Best Norton County Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 482 students in Norton County, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Norton County, KS are Almena Elementary School and Eisenhower Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norton County, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Norton County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Norton County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Almena Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
504 Bryant St.
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 664-2446
Gr: PK-4 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1100 Eisenhower Drive
Norton, KS 67654
(785) 877-5113
Gr: PK-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Norton County, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Norton County, KS include Almena Elementary School and Eisenhower Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Norton County?
2 public elementary schools are located in Norton County.
What is the racial composition of students in Norton County?
Norton County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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