For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 340 students in Alma, KS (there are , serving 41 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Alma, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Alma, KS are Wabaunsee Elementary School and Wabaunsee Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Alma have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alma, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wabaunsee Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
215 E 9th
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3349
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3349
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
Rank: #22.
Wabaunsee Sr High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
912 Missouri
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3315
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3315
Grades: 9-12
| 124 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alma, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Alma, KS include Wabaunsee Elementary School and Wabaunsee Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Alma?
2 public schools are located in Alma.
What percentage of students in Alma go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Alma are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alma?
Alma public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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