For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 12 students in Palco, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Palco, KS is Palco Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palco, KS public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Palco have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Palco, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Palco, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
602 Ash Street
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4625
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4625
Gr: PK-5 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Palco, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Palco, KS include Palco Jr. High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Palco?
1 public elementary schools are located in Palco.
What is the racial composition of students in Palco?
Palco public elementary schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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