For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,001 students in Hugoton, KS (there are , serving 45 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Hugoton, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Hugoton, KS are Hugoton Learning Academy, Hugoton Elementary School and Hugoton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hugoton, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Hugoton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hugoton, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hugoton Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 W 11th St
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 428-6374
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 428-6374
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Hugoton Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 E 6th
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4376
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4376
Gr: PK-6 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Hugoton Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
115 W 11th
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4341
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4341
Gr: 7-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Hugoton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 W 11th
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4311
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4311
Gr: 9-12 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hugoton, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Hugoton, KS include Hugoton Learning Academy, Hugoton Elementary School and Hugoton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hugoton?
4 public schools are located in Hugoton.
What percentage of students in Hugoton go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Hugoton are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hugoton?
Hugoton public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hugoton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hugoton include: Hugoton Learning Academy vs. Hugoton High School, Hugoton High School vs. Hugoton Learning Academy
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