For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 375 students in Atwood, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Atwood, KS are Rawlins County Elementary School and Rawlins County Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atwood, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Atwood have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atwood, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rawlins County Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
205 N 4th Street
Atwood, KS 67730
(785) 626-3217
Atwood, KS 67730
(785) 626-3217
Grades: PK-6
| 207 students
Rank: #22.
Rawlins County Jr/sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 N 8th Street
Atwood, KS 67730
(785) 626-3289
Atwood, KS 67730
(785) 626-3289
Grades: 7-12
| 168 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Atwood, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Atwood, KS include Rawlins County Elementary School and Rawlins County Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Atwood?
2 public schools are located in Atwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Atwood?
Atwood public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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