For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 164 students in Axtell, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Axtell, KS are Axtell High School and Axtell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Axtell, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Axtell have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Axtell, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Axtell High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
504 Pine Street
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Grades: 9-12
| 47 students
Rank: #22.
Axtell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
504 Pine Street
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Grades: PK-8
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Axtell, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Axtell, KS include Axtell High School and Axtell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Axtell?
2 public schools are located in Axtell.
What is the racial composition of students in Axtell?
Axtell public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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