For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,079 students in 67301, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 67301, KS are Jefferson School and Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 67301 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 67301, KS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 67301, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 N. 13th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Gr: 3-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Gr: PK-2 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 67301, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 67301, KS include Jefferson School and Independence Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 67301?
4 public elementary schools are located in 67301.
What is the racial composition of students in 67301?
67301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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