For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,082 students in 66502, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 438 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 66502, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66502, KS are Marlatt Elementary School, Bluemont Elementary School and Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66502 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66502, KS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66502, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marlatt Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2715 Hobbs
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2060
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2060
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Bluemont Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
714 Bluemont Ave.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2030
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2030
Gr: K-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 Lee Street
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2050
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2050
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Oliver Brown Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4787 Jackies Way
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2823
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2823
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Theo Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Houston Street
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2090
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2090
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
312 N Juliette Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2170
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2170
Gr: K-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Susan B Anthony Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2501 Browning
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2890
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2890
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
Northview Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Griffith Dr
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2070
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2070
Gr: K-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #99.
Manhattan High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Poyntz Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,087 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1010.
Manhattan Virtual Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Poyntz Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
Gr: K-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #1111.
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Walters Dr
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2880
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2880
Gr: 6-8 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66502, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66502, KS include Marlatt Elementary School, Bluemont Elementary School and Lee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66502?
11 public schools are located in 66502.
What percentage of students in 66502 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 66502 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66502?
66502 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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