For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 119 students in Almena, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Almena, KS are Northern Valley High School and Almena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Almena, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Almena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Almena, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Valley High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
512 W Bryant
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 669-2445
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 669-2445
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Almena Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
504 Bryant St.
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 664-2446
Almena, KS 67622
(785) 664-2446
Gr: PK-4 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Almena, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Almena, KS include Northern Valley High School and Almena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Almena?
2 public schools are located in Almena.
What is the racial composition of students in Almena?
Almena public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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