Best 66859 Kansas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 563 students in 66859, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66859, KS are Centre and Kansas Online Learning Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66859 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66859, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best 66859, KS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centre
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2374 310th Street
Lost Springs, KS 66859
(785) 983-4321
Gr: PK-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Kansas Online Learning Program
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2374 310th
Lost Springs, KS 66859
(785) 983-4304
Gr: K-12 | 380 students Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 66859, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66859, KS include Centre and Kansas Online Learning Program.
How many public schools are located in 66859?
2 public schools are located in 66859.
What is the racial composition of students in 66859?
66859 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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