For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 733 students in Girard, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Girard, KS are R V Haderlein Elementary School and Girard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Girard, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Girard have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Girard, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
R V Haderlein Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 W. Prairie
Girard, KS 66743
(620) 724-4327
Girard, KS 66743
(620) 724-4327
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Girard Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
415 North Summit
Girard, KS 66743
(620) 724-4114
Girard, KS 66743
(620) 724-4114
Grades: 6-8
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Girard, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Girard, KS include R V Haderlein Elementary School and Girard Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Girard?
2 public elementary schools are located in Girard.
What is the racial composition of students in Girard?
Girard public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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