For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,375 students in Pittsburg, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 537 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Pittsburg, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pittsburg, KS are Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School and Pittsburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pittsburg, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Pittsburg have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pittsburg, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geo E Nettels Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2012 South Homer
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3160
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3160
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
709 South College
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3140
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3140
Gr: K-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Pittsburg Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1310 N. Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3240
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3240
Gr: 6-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Meadowlark Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1602 East 20th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3130
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3130
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 West 5th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3170
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3170
Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Pittsburg High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1978 East 4th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3200
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pittsburg, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Pittsburg, KS include Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School and Pittsburg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Pittsburg?
6 public schools are located in Pittsburg.
What percentage of students in Pittsburg go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Pittsburg are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pittsburg?
Pittsburg public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Pittsburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pittsburg include: Meadowlark Elementary School vs. Lakeside Elementary School, Meadowlark Elementary School vs. Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Westside Elementary School vs. Geo E Nettels Elementary School
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