For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,657 students in 66542, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66542, KS are Tecumseh South Elementary School, Tecumseh North Elementary School and Shawnee Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66542 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66542, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66542, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tecumseh South Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3346 Se Tecumseh Rd
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5950
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5950
Gr: PK-6 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Tecumseh North Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
314 Se Stanton Road
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5910
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5910
Gr: PK-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Shawnee Heights Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4335 Se Shawnee Heights Road
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5830
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5830
Gr: 7-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Shawnee Heights High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4201 Se Shawnee Heights Rd
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5880
Tecumseh, KS 66542
(785) 379-5880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,218 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66542, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66542, KS include Tecumseh South Elementary School, Tecumseh North Elementary School and Shawnee Heights Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 66542?
4 public schools are located in 66542.
What is the racial composition of students in 66542?
66542 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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