For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,105 students in 66502, KS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 66502, KS are Lee Elementary School, Oliver Brown Elementary School and Theo Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 66502 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 66502, KS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66502, KS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
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: #1 - 31. - 3.
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: #1 - 31. - 3.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 66502, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 66502, KS include Lee Elementary School, Oliver Brown Elementary School and Theo Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 66502?
3 public preschools are located in 66502.
What is the racial composition of students in 66502?
66502 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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