Best Schools in Alta Vista, Kansas
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Prairie Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Morris County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$121,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$121,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Alta Vista
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prairie Heights Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $61,400
- Median home value
- $121,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Alta Vista compares
Median household income
$61k
85% of Kansas median
About Schools in Alta Vista, Kansas
Alta Vista, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Alta Vista show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Alta Vista is Prairie Heights Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Alta Vista is served by 1 school district: Morris County. These districts collectively serve 772 students.
Alta Vista's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,400. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
Schools in Alta Vista
Alta Vista, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,400
Median Home Value
$121,800
Median Rent
$929/mo
Population
1,030
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Alta Vista has a median household income of $61,400. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,800, with a median rent of $929/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Kansas
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Alta Vista, Kansas
How many schools are in Alta Vista, Kansas?
Alta Vista has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alta Vista, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alta Vista is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Alta Vista, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Alta Vista on MySchoolScout is Prairie Heights Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alta Vista, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alta Vista on MySchoolScout is Prairie Heights Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Alta Vista, Kansas?
Alta Vista is served by 1 school district: Morris County.
What is the education level in Alta Vista, Kansas?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Alta Vista have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alta Vista, Kansas?
The median household income in Alta Vista is approximately $61,400 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alta Vista, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alta Vista is 9.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alta Vista, Kansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.