Best Schools in Basehor, Kansas
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Basehor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Glenwood Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Basehor-linwood. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gray Hawk Elementary School
Elementary · Basehor-linwood. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Basehor Elementary School
Elementary · Basehor-linwood. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Basehor for 2026 are Glenwood Ridge Elementary School (8.8/10), Gray Hawk Elementary School (8.8/10), and Basehor Elementary School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$353,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$353,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Basehor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glenwood Ridge Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Gray Hawk Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Basehor Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Basehor-linwood Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Basehor-linwood High School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Basehor-linwood Virtual School | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $108,698
- Median home value
- $353,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Basehor compares
Kansas rank
#23 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$109k
151% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Basehor, Kansas
Basehor, Kansas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Basehor perform strongly 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 Basehor is Glenwood Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Basehor is served by 1 school district: Basehor-Linwood. These districts collectively serve 3,097 students.
Basehor's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,698. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 326 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 262 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 3 | 526 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 670 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 915 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 139 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Basehor
Basehor, Kansas · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$108,698
Median Home Value
$353,000
Median Rent
$1,173/mo
Population
10,060
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Community Profile
Basehor has a median household income of $108,698. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $353,000, with a median rent of $1,173/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kansas
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Basehor, Kansas
How many schools are in Basehor, Kansas?
Basehor has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Basehor, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Basehor is 7.1 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 Basehor, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Basehor on MySchoolScout is Glenwood Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Basehor, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Basehor on MySchoolScout is Glenwood Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Basehor, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Basehor on MySchoolScout is Basehor-linwood Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Basehor, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Basehor on MySchoolScout is Basehor-linwood High School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Basehor, Kansas?
Basehor is served by 1 school district: Basehor-linwood.
What is the education level in Basehor, Kansas?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Basehor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Basehor, Kansas?
The median household income in Basehor is approximately $108,698 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Basehor, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Basehor is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Basehor, 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.