For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,758 students in 66071, KS (there are 2 private schools, serving 183 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 66071, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66071, KS are Sunflower Elementary School, Paola Middle School and Paola High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66071 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66071, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66071, KS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 E 303rd St
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8040
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8040
Gr: 3-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Paola Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 Hospital Drive
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Gr: 6-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Paola High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 N Angela
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8010
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8010
Gr: 9-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
709 N. Hedge Lane
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8050
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8050
Gr: PK-2 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66071, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66071, KS include Sunflower Elementary School, Paola Middle School and Paola High School.
How many public schools are located in 66071?
4 public schools are located in 66071.
What percentage of students in 66071 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 66071 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66071?
66071 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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