Best Schools in Americus, Kansas
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Nlc Elementary School
Elementary · North Lyon County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$119,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$119,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Americus
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 | Nlc Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $92,650
- Median home value
- $119,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Americus compares
Median household income
$93k
129% of Kansas median
About Schools in Americus, Kansas
Americus, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Americus 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 Americus is Nlc Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Americus is served by 1 school district: North Lyon County. These districts collectively serve 330 students.
Americus's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $92,650. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.
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 | 225 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.8 |
Schools in Americus
Americus, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$92,650
Median Home Value
$119,700
Median Rent
$1,021/mo
Population
1,369
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Community Profile
Americus has a median household income of $92,650. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,700, with a median rent of $1,021/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. 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 Americus, Kansas
How many schools are in Americus, Kansas?
Americus has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Americus, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Americus is 6.8 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 Americus, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Americus on MySchoolScout is Nlc Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Americus, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Americus on MySchoolScout is Nlc Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Americus, Kansas?
Americus is served by 1 school district: North Lyon County.
What is the education level in Americus, Kansas?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Americus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Americus, Kansas?
The median household income in Americus is approximately $92,650 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Americus, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Americus is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Americus, 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.