For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 362 students in 66956, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66956, KS are Rock Hills Elementary School and Rock Hills Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66956 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66956, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66956, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
303 N. West Street
Mankato, KS 66956
(785) 378-3822
Mankato, KS 66956
(785) 378-3822
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Rock Hills Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
710 E. Madison
Mankato, KS 66956
(785) 378-3126
Mankato, KS 66956
(785) 378-3126
Gr: 6-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66956, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66956, KS include Rock Hills Elementary School and Rock Hills Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66956?
2 public elementary schools are located in 66956.
What is the racial composition of students in 66956?
66956 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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