For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 290 students in Lakin, KS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Lakin, KS is Lakin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakin, KS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Lakin have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Lakin, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
407 N Main
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6191
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6191
Gr: PK-4 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lakin, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lakin, KS include Lakin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lakin?
1 public preschools are located in Lakin.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakin?
Lakin public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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