For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,268 students in Leavenworth, KS (there are 4 private schools, serving 354 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Leavenworth, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Leavenworth, KS are Henry Leavenworth, Leavenworth Sr High School and Anthony Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leavenworth, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Leavenworth have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Leavenworth, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry Leavenworth
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1925 Vilas
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1470
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1470
Gr: 1-4 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Leavenworth Sr High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2012 10th Ave
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1550
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1550
Gr: 9-12 | 1,237 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Anthony Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
570 Evergreen
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1500
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1500
Gr: 1-4 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
David Brewer Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 N 17th St
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1490
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1490
Gr: 1-4 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Richard Warren Intermediate School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3501 New Lawrence Rd
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1530
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1530
Gr: 5-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Richard Warren Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3501 New Lawrence Road
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1530
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1530
Gr: 7-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
820 N 5th St
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1570
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(913) 684-1570
Gr: PK-K | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Leavenworth, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Leavenworth, KS include Henry Leavenworth, Leavenworth Sr High School and Anthony Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Leavenworth?
8 public schools are located in Leavenworth.
What percentage of students in Leavenworth go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Leavenworth are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Leavenworth?
Leavenworth public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Leavenworth are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Leavenworth include: David Brewer Elementary School vs. Henry Leavenworth, Anthony Elementary School vs. Henry Leavenworth, Henry Leavenworth vs. David Brewer Elementary School
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