For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 353 students in Independence, KS.
Independence, KS public preschools have a diversity score of 0.58, which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 0.55.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Independence, KS (2026)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Gr: PK-2 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Independence, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
701 West Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Gr: 3-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
300 East Myrtle
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Gr: 1-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public preschools are located in Independence, KS?
1 public preschools are located in Independence, KS.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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