For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 308 students in Wakarusa, KS.
The top ranked public school in Wakarusa, KS is Pauline South Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wakarusa, KS public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Wakarusa have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Wakarusa, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pauline South Intermediate
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7035 Sw Morrill Rd
Wakarusa, KS 66546
(785) 339-4750
Wakarusa, KS 66546
(785) 339-4750
Grades: 4-6
| 308 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wakarusa, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Wakarusa, KS include Pauline South Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in Wakarusa?
1 public schools are located in Wakarusa.
What is the racial composition of students in Wakarusa?
Wakarusa public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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