For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,156 students in 67301, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 67301, KS are Jefferson School and Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 67301 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 67301, KS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 67301, KS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 N. 13th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 3-5
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Grades: 6-8
| 389 students
Rank: n/an/a
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Rank: n/an/a
501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Grades: PK-2
| 353 students
67301, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
701 West Laurel
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1847
Grades: 3-4
| 291 students
300 East Myrtle
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Grades: 1-8
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 67301, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 67301, KS include Jefferson School and Independence Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 67301?
4 public elementary schools are located in 67301.
What is the racial composition of students in 67301?
67301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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