For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 286 students in Dexter, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, KS are Dexter Elementary School and Dexter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dexter, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
311 N. Main
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Gr: PK-5 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Dexter High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 N. Main
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Gr: 6-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, KS include Dexter Elementary School and Dexter High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dexter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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