For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 751 students in 66538, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 225 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 66538, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66538, KS are Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School and Nemaha Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66538 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66538, KS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66538, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 N. 11th
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Nemaha Central High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
214 N. 11th
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3557
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3557
Gr: 9-12 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
66538, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
110 North 11th St
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Gr: PK-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
214 North 11th
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3557
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3557
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
9857 State Hwy 178
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Gr: K-6 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
9857 State Hwy 178
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Gr: K-6 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66538, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66538, KS include Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School and Nemaha Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 66538?
2 public schools are located in 66538.
What percentage of students in 66538 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 66538 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66538?
66538 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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