For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,940 students in Fort Riley, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fort Riley, KS are Fort Riley Elementary School, Ware Elementary School and Morris Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Riley, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Fort Riley have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Fort Riley, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Riley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28000 Rifle Range Road
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4450
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Ware Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6795 Thomas Avenue
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4600
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Morris Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4722 Normandy Drive
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4650
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Fort Riley Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4020 First Division Rd
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4500
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Fort Riley, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4720 Jackson Avenue
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4550
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Fort Riley, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fort Riley, KS include Fort Riley Elementary School, Ware Elementary School and Morris Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Fort Riley?
4 public elementary schools are located in Fort Riley.
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Riley?
Fort Riley public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Fort Riley are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Fort Riley include: Morris Hill Elementary School vs. Fort Riley Elementary School, Fort Riley Elementary School vs. Morris Hill Elementary School
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