Best Schools in Carbondale, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Carbondale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Santa Fe Trail High
High · Santa Fe Trail. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carbondale Attendance Center
Middle · Santa Fe Trail. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$146,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$146,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carbondale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Fe Trail High | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Carbondale Attendance Center | 5.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $64,821
- Median home value
- $146,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carbondale compares
Median household income
$65k
90% of Kansas median
About Schools in Carbondale, Kansas
Carbondale, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Carbondale 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 Carbondale is Santa Fe Trail High with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carbondale is served by 1 school district: Santa Fe Trail. These districts collectively serve 1,074 students.
Carbondale's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,821. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 398 students · 4th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 323 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Carbondale
Carbondale, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,821
Median Home Value
$146,400
Median Rent
$606/mo
Population
2,349
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
Carbondale has a median household income of $64,821. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $146,400, with a median rent of $606/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kansas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Carbondale, Kansas
How many schools are in Carbondale, Kansas?
Carbondale has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carbondale, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carbondale is 5.2 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 Carbondale, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Carbondale on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe Trail High with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Carbondale, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Carbondale on MySchoolScout is Carbondale Attendance Center with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Carbondale, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Carbondale on MySchoolScout is Santa Fe Trail High with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Carbondale, Kansas?
Carbondale is served by 1 school district: Santa Fe Trail.
What is the education level in Carbondale, Kansas?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Carbondale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carbondale, Kansas?
The median household income in Carbondale is approximately $64,821 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carbondale, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carbondale is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carbondale, 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.