For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 593 students in Mound City, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Mound City, KS are Jayhawk Elementary School and Jayhawk-linn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mound City, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Mound City have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Mound City, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jayhawk Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
415 S 6th St
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2519
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2519
Grades: PK-6
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Jayhawk-linn High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14675 Ks Hwy 52
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2224
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2224
Grades: 7-12
| 246 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mound City, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Mound City, KS include Jayhawk Elementary School and Jayhawk-linn High School.
How many public schools are located in Mound City?
2 public schools are located in Mound City.
What is the racial composition of students in Mound City?
Mound City public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mound City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mound City include: Jayhawk Elementary School vs. Jayhawk-linn High School
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