For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 295 students in Elwood, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Elwood, KS are Riverside Intermediate and Riverside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elwood, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Elwood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elwood, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
203 North 12th
Elwood, KS 66024
(913) 365-6735
Elwood, KS 66024
(913) 365-6735
Grades: 3-5
| 143 students
Rank: #22.
Riverside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
204 North 12th Street
Elwood, KS 66024
(913) 365-6735
Elwood, KS 66024
(913) 365-6735
Grades: 6-8
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Elwood, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Elwood, KS include Riverside Intermediate and Riverside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Elwood?
2 public schools are located in Elwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Elwood?
Elwood public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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