For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,351 students in 66762, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66762, KS are Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66762 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66762, KS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66762, KS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
709 South College
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3140
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3140
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
430 West 5th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3170
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3170
Grades: PK-5
| 521 students
Rank: #44.
Pittsburg Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1310 N. Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3240
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3240
Grades: 6-8
| 707 students
Rank: #55.
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
Grades: K-5
| 414 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 66762, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66762, KS include Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66762?
5 public elementary schools are located in 66762.
What is the racial composition of students in 66762?
66762 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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