For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 308 students in Wakarusa, KS.
The top ranked public elementary school in Wakarusa, KS is Pauline South Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wakarusa, KS public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wakarusa have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wakarusa, KS (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pauline South Intermediate
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7035 Sw Morrill Rd
Wakarusa, KS 66546
(785) 339-4750
Wakarusa, KS 66546
(785) 339-4750
Gr: 4-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Wakarusa, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wakarusa, KS include Pauline South Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wakarusa?
1 public elementary schools are located in Wakarusa.
What is the racial composition of students in Wakarusa?
Wakarusa public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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