For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 574 students in Cheney, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cheney, KS are Cheney Elementary School and Cheney Middle School 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cheney, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cheney have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cheney, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cheney Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
126 W 5th
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-3137
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-3137
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #22.
Cheney Middle School 6-8
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
715 N. Main
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-0060
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-0060
Grades: 6-8
| 178 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Cheney, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cheney, KS include Cheney Elementary School and Cheney Middle School 6-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cheney?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cheney.
What is the racial composition of students in Cheney?
Cheney public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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