Best 66436 Kansas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,564 students in 66436, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66436, KS are Jackson Heights Elementary School, Holton High School and Holton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66436 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66436, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best 66436, KS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
12763 266th Road
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2244
Gr: PK-6 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Holton High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
901 New York
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2181
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Holton Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
812 W. 5th. St.
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-3251
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Holton Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Iowa Street
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2441
Gr: 6-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Jackson Heights High School And Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
12719 266th Road
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2195
Gr: 7-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Fresh Start (Virtual)
501 Dakota
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-5664
Gr: Inquire with school | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 66436, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66436, KS include Jackson Heights Elementary School, Holton High School and Holton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66436?
6 public schools are located in 66436.
What is the racial composition of students in 66436?
66436 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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