2020 Best School Districts in KansasAbout this List

Blue Valley Unified School District (Overland Park)

• School District
• Overland Park, KS
• 95 reviews

Senior: The schools certainly care about student success and well-being. My largest concern with my high school experience here are the focus on "traditional" measures of student success, like standardized test scores, as opposed to mental health. My second largest concern is that funding often seems misappropriated; the district spends millions on new facilities and unnecessary sports equipment (like two massive banners for the football team at my school) while arts programs have to fight for basic needs like scripts for the play. However, I would say that this is a very good district academically and in sports and certainly prepares its students overall.
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• A+

• 35 Total Schools
• 22,717 Students

DeSoto Unified School District

• School District
• De Soto, KS
• 46 reviews

Alum: De Soto High School was a great place filled with great teachers. They always tried to get students involved in all of the activities and the teachers always went the extra mile! However. I’d like to see that students are more informed on the available activities each year instead of the same students being repetitively casted/put on the team. Everyone should have a fair chance and be aware of the events going on in the school. Overall, De Soto High School was a great experience for me and everyone I’ve talked to, but there are still things that could make the atmosphere more inclusive!
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• A+

• 12 Total Schools
• 7,464 Students

West Elk Unified School District

• School District
• Howard, KS
• 12 reviews

Alum: I went to High school at West Elk and I found the school to be great. The teachers take their jobs seriously, teaching the students and getting them ready for college. They take sports and academics very serious, however, I wish they would put the same out of effort toward clubs and organizations as they do sports.
Read 12 Reviews

• A

• 1 Total Schools
• 373 Students

Olathe Public Schools

• School District
• Olathe, KS
• 85 reviews

Parent: My child has attended the Olathe Schools since she started 4th grade at Regency Place Elementary, California Trail and Olathe North. The teachers, staff, custodians have all been expectational, we loved from Arizona for a better school district and we were not disappointed.
Thank you for a great education!
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• A

• 49 Total Schools
• 29,939 Students

Auburn Washburn Unified School District

• School District
• Topeka, KS
• 14 reviews

Senior: The Auburn Washburn school district has a great education system. Their academics are beyond expectations, they have multiple academic programs tailored to every student. Whether it be honors classes, or extra help for those that need it, Auburn Washburn has it!
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• A

• 9 Total Schools
• 6,347 Students

Shawnee Mission School District

• School District
• Shawnee Mission, KS
• 192 reviews

Sophomore: The two schools I went to were Shawnee Mission East and Shawnee Mission West, so I'm going to be talking about my experiences in both. I enjoyed SME because they had a good academic system (good teachers & classes), they had many options and opportunities and this school looked good for college, if I'm being honest. The school I am currently, SMW is also a good school, social and educational wise. Although this school had more diversity than I have ever really seen at SME, which I enjoyed but I feel like in someways it also had less opportunities. The thing that I think both schools are lacking is teaching us, things that we will use in the future as adults, such as how to buy a house (mortgages), how to pay taxes, how to manage money, all the things that come with becoming an adult.
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• A

• 43 Total Schools
• 27,584 Students

Maize Unified School District

• School District
• Maize, KS
• 30 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed attending the Maize Unified School District, everyone there are so kind. We welcome everyone to our school, no matter what we will help you out. We enjoy helping others, every year at Maize High School we volunteer at least one full day. At Maize we have a Maize Career Academy, they have a variety of pathways such as: Health Field, Engineering, Culinary, Graphic Design and much more.
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• A

• 10 Total Schools
• 7,567 Students

Weskan Unified School District

• School District
• Weskan, KS

• A

• 2 Total Schools
• 103 Students

Silver Lake Unified School District

• School District
• Silver Lake, KS
• 2 reviews

Senior: Silver Lake is a small school; therefore, there is a lot of one-on-one time between teachers and students. I think that this factor alone is a major reason that students at Silver Lake are so successful. There are not a lot of cliques because of the size, everyone is friends with everyone. Teachers push students to achieve their greatest potential and students strive to succeed.
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• A

• 2 Total Schools
• 728 Students

Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District #383

• School District
• Manhattan, KS
• 32 reviews

Junior: As a student of USD 383, I feel like I have been given many opportunities to succeed as a student and given chances to pursue a higher a education. I believe faculty works very hard to make sure students feel welcomed and are given equal opportunities to succeed. However, I would like to see that the staff be a little more understanding in the fact that as a student body we have a 7 classes, extracurriculars, and lives outside of school and that we don’t have all this time to be doing hours upon hours of work for just one class.
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• A

• 12 Total Schools
• 6,665 Students

Lawrence Unified School District

• School District
• Lawrence, KS
• 27 reviews

Senior: I love the relationships with teachers! The teachers are warm, welcoming, and encourage you to reach your full potential! I remember being excited to go to school every morning- I was extremely proud of my elementary and middle school! Once I was enrolled in 9th grade, that's when I became subject to bullying, as well as micro-aggressions (as an African American). The administration at my high school, Free State High School, truly had great intentions when it came to making students feel safe within the confines of high school; however, there is only so much the administration and teachers can do when the bullying goes on social media and within social circles, or "clicks". I loved going to Lawrence Public Schools!
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• A

• 21 Total Schools
• 11,957 Students

Hesston Unified School District

• School District
• Hesston, KS
• 12 reviews

Niche User: It a really pretty area, really safe, also pretty quiet. I go to hesston college and I’ve had a good experience since I’ve been here!
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• A

• 3 Total Schools
• 811 Students

Goddard Unified School District

• School District
• Goddard, KS
• 22 reviews

Senior: The Goddard school system is primarily split between the two high schools of Goddard High and Eisenhower High school, and the elementary, intermediate, and middle schools leading into them. The district as a whole does a great job of trying to get kids to succeed in any areas they can, and a friendly atmosphere all around.
Read 22 Reviews

• A

• 11 Total Schools
• 5,756 Students

Chapman Unified School District

• School District
• Chapman, KS
• 3 reviews

Alum: Chapman School District is an amazing place to expand your education. The staffing of teachers are helpful and bridge daily learning with technology and fun! Being a Military child transferring into new schools is typically difficult, however USD 473 was welcoming and all inclusive.
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• A-

• 6 Total Schools
• 1,096 Students

Southern Lyon County Unified School District

• School District
• Hartford, KS

• A-

• 4 Total Schools
• 513 Students

Seaman Unified School District

• School District
• Topeka, KS
• 16 reviews

Senior: Seaman High School is a great place for students and staff members to come together as one. We are not a small school but it has a small school feel with everyone knowing everyone. We pride ourselves in the ability to be there for each other in the many tragedies that we have faced. The administration is all very nice and they all care about the well-being on the students in their school. There are several support staff available if needed and they are all willing to listen to your words and help you through the struggles you might be facing.
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• A-

• 7 Total Schools
• 4,027 Students

Labette County Unified School District

• School District
• Altamont, KS
• 10 reviews

Alum: Labette has a fantastic group of faculty members and a community who truly care. Every bit of effort their students give to them, they return in double. If a student want s to be involved in an event or activity, they do what they can to make it happen. Even the students who struggle the most have plenty of opportunities to get help and succeed as teachers and students alike are willing to stay after to aid those in need.
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• A-

• 6 Total Schools
• 1,657 Students

Sterling Unified School District

• School District
• Sterling, KS
• 3 reviews

Senior: I love Sterling High School. Everyone is friendly, the teachers are super helpful and I feel very prepared for college. We get taught a lot of life skills that will be helpful when I go to college next year. We have a nice building and nice facilities and our sports are wonderful. The coaches that I have had are great people that teach me about the game and about life. Overall, the teachers, students, and staff want to see you succeed. They will do anything and everything to help you with anything. If you need some advise, or just someone to talk to, they are there for you every step of your career. Sterling High School just feels like home.
Read 3 Reviews

• A-

• 2 Total Schools
• 504 Students

Beloit Unified School District

• School District
• Beloit, KS
• 6 reviews

Senior: Beloit Junior-Senior High School is an amazing school and has won many awards, such as the national school of character award. Although BHS has amazing academics and outstanding teachers, the social setting isn't the best. There are many cliques and a lot of loners, including myself, which isn't the most welcoming thing. The most important part of school is not the social scene, but the academics. I can tell that the teachers here actually care about their students and that their goal is to prepare their students for college, and they do it very well.
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• A-

• 2 Total Schools
• 812 Students

Gardner Edgerton Unified School District

• School District
• Gardner, KS
• 36 reviews

Alum: They have a REALLY good (relatively new) culinary and building trades program. The performing arts and arts programs are also very good programs to be involved in. The majority of the teachers are incredible at what they do and with the students, they are very helpful and understanding.
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• A-

• 11 Total Schools
• 6,113 Students

Prairie Hills Unified School District

• School District
• Sabetha, KS
• 2 reviews

Alum: The small school atmosphere provides an excellent opportunity for individualized learning plans and the faculty typically takes a vested interest in each individual student and their learning plan. The education that this district provides is above average in terms of college readiness. There are not very many changes that could be made due to the location of the district.
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• A-

• 7 Total Schools
• 1,093 Students

Triplains Unified School District

• School District
• Winona, KS
• 2 reviews

Senior: I like the small size (25 in the high school) but there is a problem with bullying within the school. Teachers seem to let one or two girls run the school and turn a blind eye to what is really going on. But the education that I received it unlike any other place! If you are failing a class, it is your fault. The teachers are always there to help you in any way and to make sure that you come out with great grades.
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• A-

• 2 Total Schools
• 64 Students

Rock Creek Unified School District

• School District
• Westmoreland, KS
• 4 reviews

Junior: I have had a really good time at this school. I meet some really good friends and I love the people in my grade. I have an amazing time on the sports teams as well.
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• A-

• 3 Total Schools
• 1,068 Students

Eudora Unified School District

• School District
• Eudora, KS
• 13 reviews

Junior: Eudora High School is a great learning environment for all students. The teachers are amazing and care deeply for their students. I am a student that typically has a harder time understanding math. The teachers do an excellent job of explaining and teaching their curriculum and if a student is struggling, then the teachers have no problem with staying after school or coming in early to help a student. Eudora is a close-knit community, everyone knows everyone, and I think that shows in the classroom and among the students.
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• A-

• 3 Total Schools
• 1,785 Students

Holton Unified School District

• School District
• Holton, KS
• 4 reviews

Senior: At holton high school many have so many opportunities. Whether it be sports, clubs, academics, or even FFA. There is something at Holton High School for every student to get involved in. The sports at Holton have amazing coaches that really do make connections with each of their players. Because the school is a smaller community the teachers do vocus more on the success of each student because that one on one teaching is available. Holton School Districts truly do invite and accept everyone into their community. Once a wildcat always a wildcat!
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• A-

• 3 Total Schools
• 1,205 Students