Best Schools in Coldwater, Kansas
1 schools · 1 High
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South Central High School
High · Comanche County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$72,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$72,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Coldwater
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 | South Central High School | 6.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $48,373
- Median home value
- $72,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Coldwater compares
Median household income
$48k
67% of Kansas median
About Schools in Coldwater, Kansas
Coldwater, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Coldwater 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 Coldwater is South Central High School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Coldwater is served by 1 school district: Comanche County. These districts collectively serve 322 students.
Coldwater's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,373. The poverty rate in the area is 9.7%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 85 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Coldwater
Coldwater, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,373
Median Home Value
$72,200
Median Rent
$733/mo
Population
954
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Community Profile
Coldwater has a median household income of $48,373. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $72,200, with a median rent of $733/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Coldwater, Kansas
How many schools are in Coldwater, Kansas?
Coldwater has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Coldwater, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Coldwater is 6.4 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 Coldwater, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Coldwater on MySchoolScout is South Central High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Coldwater, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Coldwater on MySchoolScout is South Central High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Coldwater, Kansas?
Coldwater is served by 1 school district: Comanche County.
What is the education level in Coldwater, Kansas?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Coldwater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Coldwater, Kansas?
The median household income in Coldwater is approximately $48,373 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Coldwater, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Coldwater is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Coldwater, 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.