For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 498 students in 66023, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66023, KS are Atchison County Community Elementary School and Atchison County Community Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66023 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66023, KS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66023, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atchison County Community Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
607 8th Street
Effingham, KS 66023
(913) 833-4420
Effingham, KS 66023
(913) 833-4420
Gr: PK-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Atchison County Community Jr/sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
908 Tiger Road
Effingham, KS 66023
(913) 833-2240
Effingham, KS 66023
(913) 833-2240
Gr: 7-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66023, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66023, KS include Atchison County Community Elementary School and Atchison County Community Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 66023?
2 public schools are located in 66023.
What is the racial composition of students in 66023?
66023 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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