For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 31 students in Palco, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Palco, KS are Palco High School and Palco Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palco, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Palco have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Palco, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palco High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Ash Street
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4645
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4645
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
Palco Jr. High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
502 Ash
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4645
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4645
Gr: 6-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Palco, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Palco, KS include Palco High School and Palco Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Palco?
2 public schools are located in Palco.
What is the racial composition of students in Palco?
Palco public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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