7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Caney, Kansas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $69,094
Median home value: $127,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Owner-occupied homes: 79%

How Caney compares

Median household income

$69k

96% of Kansas median

About Schools in Caney, Kansas

Caney, Kansas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Caney perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Caney is Lincoln Memorial Elem with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Caney is served by 1 school district: Caney Valley. These districts collectively serve 783 students.

Caney's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,094. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lincoln Memorial Elem 455 students · Pre-K–6th	455	Pre-K–6th	8.2

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Caney Valley High 326 students · 7th–12th	326	7th–12th	7.4
2	Caney Valley Charter Academy 2 students · 9th–12th	2	9th–12th	—

Schools in Caney

Caney, Kansas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,094

Median Home Value

$127,300

Median Rent

$778/mo

Population

2,534

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

79%

Poverty Rate

9.0%

Community Profile

Caney has a median household income of $69,094. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $127,300, with a median rent of $778/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Kansas
Total Schools: 3
Elementary: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School District

Caney Valley

3 schools · 783 students

Nearby Cities

Coffeyville (4 schools)

16 mi

Independence (8 schools)

Cherryvale (3 schools)

32 mi

Howard (2 schools)

36 mi

Other Major Cities in Kansas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Wichita 124 schools Kansas City 63 schools Overland Park 59 schools Olathe 57 schools Topeka 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Caney, Kansas

How many schools are in Caney, Kansas?

Caney has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Caney, Kansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Caney is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Caney, Kansas?

The top-ranked school in Caney on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Memorial Elem with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Caney, Kansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Caney on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Memorial Elem with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best high school in Caney, Kansas?

The top-ranked high school in Caney on MySchoolScout is Caney Valley High with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Caney, Kansas?

Caney is served by 1 school district: Caney Valley.

What is the education level in Caney, Kansas?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Caney have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Caney, Kansas?

The median household income in Caney is approximately $69,094 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Caney, Kansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Caney is 9.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Caney, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.