For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,690 students in 67301, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 254 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 67301, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 67301, KS are Jefferson School, Independence Sr High School and Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 67301 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 67301, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 67301, KS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 N. 13th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 3-5
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 N. 10th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Grades: 9-12
| 534 students
Rank: #33.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Grades: 6-8
| 389 students
Rank: n/an/a
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Rank: n/an/a
501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Grades: PK-2
| 353 students
67301, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 West Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Grades: 3-4
| 291 students
300 East Myrtle
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 1-8
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 67301, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 67301, KS include Jefferson School, Independence Sr High School and Independence Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 67301?
5 public schools are located in 67301.
What percentage of students in 67301 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 67301 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 67301?
67301 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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