For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,212 students in Anderson County, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 103 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Anderson County, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Anderson County, KS are Garnett Elementary School, Westphalia and Crest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anderson County, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Anderson County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Anderson County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garnett Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
403 West Home Run Dr.
Garnett, KS 66032
(785) 448-3177
Garnett, KS 66032
(785) 448-3177
Gr: PK-6 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Westphalia
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Liberty St.
Westphalia, KS 66093
(785) 489-2511
Westphalia, KS 66093
(785) 489-2511
Gr: K-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Crest High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
603 E. Broad
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3521
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3521
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Greeley Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 S Mary
Greeley, KS 66033
(785) 867-3460
Greeley, KS 66033
(785) 867-3460
Gr: PK-6 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Anderson County Jr/sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 W. Highway 31
Garnett, KS 66032
(785) 448-3115
Garnett, KS 66032
(785) 448-3115
Gr: 7-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Crest Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
603 E. Broad
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3529
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3529
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Anderson County, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Anderson County, KS include Garnett Elementary School, Westphalia and Crest High School.
How many public schools are located in Anderson County?
6 public schools are located in Anderson County.
What percentage of students in Anderson County go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Anderson County are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Anderson County?
Anderson County public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Anderson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Anderson County include: Garnett Elementary School vs. Greeley Elementary School, Greeley Elementary School vs. Garnett Elementary School, Anderson County Jr/sr High School vs. Crest High School
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.