For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,180 students in 66749, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66749, KS are Iola Sr High School and Iola Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66749 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66749, KS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66749, KS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iola Sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Jackson
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4715
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4715
Gr: 9-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Iola Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 East Street
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4785
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4785
Gr: 6-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
203 N. Kentucky
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4820
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4820
Gr: PK-5 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
300 East Jackson
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4715
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4715
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
66749, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 S Jefferson
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4840
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4840
Gr: 1-2 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
700 N Jefferson
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4820
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4820
Gr: 3-4 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
209 S Kentucky
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4860
Iola, KS 66749
(620) 365-4860
Gr: PK-K | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66749, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66749, KS include Iola Sr High School and Iola Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 66749?
4 public schools are located in 66749.
What is the racial composition of students in 66749?
66749 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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