For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 121 students in Almena, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Almena, KS are Northern Valley High School and Almena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Almena, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Almena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Almena, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northern Valley High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
512 W Bryant
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 669-2445
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 669-2445
Grades: 9-12
| 43 students
Rank: #22.
Almena Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
504 W Bryant
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 664-2446
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 664-2446
Grades: PK-4
| 78 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Almena, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Almena, KS include Northern Valley High School and Almena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Almena?
2 public schools are located in Almena.
What is the racial composition of students in Almena?
Almena public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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