For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 798 students in Caney, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 118 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Caney, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Caney, KS are Lincoln Memorial Elementary School and Caney Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Caney, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Caney have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Caney, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 E First
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-9240
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-9240
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Caney Valley High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 E. Bullpup Blvd
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-9220
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-9220
Gr: 7-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Caney Valley Charter Academy
Charter School
601 E. Bullpups Blvd
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-9232
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-9232
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Caney, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Caney, KS include Lincoln Memorial Elementary School and Caney Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Caney?
3 public schools are located in Caney.
What percentage of students in Caney go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Caney are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Caney?
Caney public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Caney are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Caney include: Caney Valley Charter Academy vs. Caney Valley High School, Caney Valley High School vs. Caney Valley Charter Academy
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