For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,924 students in Emporia, KS.
The top-ranked public preschools in Emporia, KS are Timmerman Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School and Village Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emporia, KS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Emporia have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Emporia, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Timmerman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2901 Timmerman Dr
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2270
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2270
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 Grove Ave
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2288
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2288
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Village Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2302 W 15th Ave
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2282
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2282
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
W A White Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
902 Exchange Street
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2294
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2294
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Logan Ave Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
521 South East Street
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2264
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2264
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
327 S West St
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2276
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2276
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Emporia, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Emporia, KS include Timmerman Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School and Village Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Emporia?
6 public preschools are located in Emporia.
What is the racial composition of students in Emporia?
Emporia public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Emporia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Emporia include: Timmerman Elementary School vs. Walnut Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School vs. Timmerman Elementary School
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