For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 92 students in Rolla, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Rolla, KS are Rolla Elementary (Prek-5) and Rolla Jh/hs (6-12). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rolla, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Rolla have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rolla, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rolla Elementary (Prek-5)
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 Third Street
Rolla, KS 67954
(620) 593-4731
Rolla, KS 67954
(620) 593-4731
Grades: PK-5
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
Rolla Jh/hs (6-12)
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
203 Van Buren
Rolla, KS 67954
(620) 593-4345
Rolla, KS 67954
(620) 593-4345
Grades: 6-12
| 42 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rolla, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Rolla, KS include Rolla Elementary (Prek-5) and Rolla Jh/hs (6-12).
How many public schools are located in Rolla?
2 public schools are located in Rolla.
What is the racial composition of students in Rolla?
Rolla public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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