Best 67860 Kansas Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 684 students in 67860, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 67860, KS are Lakin Elementary School, Lakin Middle School and Lakin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 67860 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 67860, KS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best 67860, KS Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
407 N Main
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6191
Gr: PK-4 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Lakin Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 W. Kingman
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6973
Gr: 5-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Lakin High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
407 N Campbell
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6411
Gr: 9-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 67860, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 67860, KS include Lakin Elementary School, Lakin Middle School and Lakin High School.
How many public schools are located in 67860?
3 public schools are located in 67860.
What is the racial composition of students in 67860?
67860 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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