For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 145 students in 66717, KS.
The top ranked public schools in 66717, KS are Altoona-midway Elementary School and Altoona-midway Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66717 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66717, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66717, KS Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Altoona-midway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20704 Us 75 Hwy
Buffalo, KS 66717
(620) 568-5725
Buffalo, KS 66717
(620) 568-5725
Grades: PK-5
| 66 students
Rank: #22.
Altoona-midway Middle/high School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
20704 Us 75 Hwy
Buffalo, KS 66717
(620) 537-7711
Buffalo, KS 66717
(620) 537-7711
Grades: 6-12
| 79 students
66717, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
20704 Us 75 Hwy
Buffalo, KS 66717
(620) 537-7711
Buffalo, KS 66717
(620) 537-7711
Grades: 9-12
| 128 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66717, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66717, KS include Altoona-midway Elementary School and Altoona-midway Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 66717?
2 public schools are located in 66717.
What is the racial composition of students in 66717?
66717 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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