For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 757 students in Republic County, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Republic County, KS are Pike Valley Elementary School, Pike Valley High School and Belleville East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Republic County, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Republic County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Republic County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pike Valley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Grant
Courtland, KS 66939
(785) 374-4221
Courtland, KS 66939
(785) 374-4221
Gr: PK-6 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Pike Valley High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 School Street
Scandia, KS 66966
(785) 335-2294
Scandia, KS 66966
(785) 335-2294
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Belleville East Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1811 O. Street
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2330
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2330
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Republic County Jr./sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
24th & P Street
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2281
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2281
Gr: 6-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Pike Valley Jr High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Street
Scandia, KS 66966
(785) 335-2294
Scandia, KS 66966
(785) 335-2294
Gr: 7-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Republic County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 469
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2281
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2281
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
P O Box 469
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-5669
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-5669
Gr: 5-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Box 167
Cuba, KS 66940
(785) 729-3333
Cuba, KS 66940
(785) 729-3333
Gr: K-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Box 167
Cuba, KS 66940
(785) 729-3333
Cuba, KS 66940
(785) 729-3333
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
24th & P Street
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2281
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-2281
Gr: 9-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
915 18th St
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-5669
Belleville, KS 66935
(785) 527-5669
Gr: 5-6 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Republic County, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Republic County, KS include Pike Valley Elementary School, Pike Valley High School and Belleville East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Republic County?
5 public schools are located in Republic County.
What is the racial composition of students in Republic County?
Republic County public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
The School Choice Comparison Worksheet: 15 Factors Beyond Test Scores
Compare public schools with confidence using this 15-factor worksheet that looks beyond test scores to school culture, programs, safety, and student support.
Boundary Changes and Rezoning: How to Protect Your Child's School Plan
Learn why school boundary changes happen, how rezoning affects families, and the practical steps parents can take to protect their child's educational plan.
Teacher Turnover: How to Read the Warning Signs
Learn how to identify warning signs of teacher turnover, what causes frequent staff changes, and how parents can evaluate school stability.