For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 286 students in Dexter, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Dexter, KS are Dexter Elementary School and Dexter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dexter, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
311 N. Main
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Gr: PK-5 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Dexter High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 N. Main
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Gr: 6-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dexter, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Dexter, KS include Dexter Elementary School and Dexter High School.
How many public schools are located in Dexter?
2 public schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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