For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,390 students in 66762, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 537 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 66762, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66762, KS are Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66762 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66762, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66762, KS Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Geo E Nettels Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2012 South Homer
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3160
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3160
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
709 South College
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3140
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3140
Grades: K-5
| 422 students
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
430 West 5th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3170
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3170
Grades: PK-5
| 527 students
Rank: #44.
Pittsburg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1310 N. Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3240
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3240
Grades: 6-8
| 720 students
Rank: #55.
Meadowlark Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1602 East 20th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3130
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3130
Grades: K-5
| 411 students
Rank: #66.
Pittsburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1978 East 4th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3200
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620) 235-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,017 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66762, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66762, KS include Geo E Nettels Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66762?
6 public schools are located in 66762.
What percentage of students in 66762 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 66762 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66762?
66762 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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