Best Schools in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas
1 schools · 1 High
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Chase County Junior Senior High School
High · Chase County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$88,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$88,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cottonwood Falls
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 | Chase County Junior Senior High School | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $49,940
- Median home value
- $88,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cottonwood Falls compares
Median household income
$50k
70% of Kansas median
About Schools in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas
Cottonwood Falls, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Cottonwood Falls 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 Cottonwood Falls is Chase County Junior Senior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cottonwood Falls is served by 1 school district: Chase County. These districts collectively serve 390 students.
Cottonwood Falls's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,940. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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 | 170 students · 7th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Cottonwood Falls
Cottonwood Falls, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,940
Median Home Value
$88,300
Median Rent
$685/mo
Population
1,136
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Cottonwood Falls has a median household income of $49,940. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $88,300, with a median rent of $685/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas
How many schools are in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
Cottonwood Falls has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cottonwood Falls is 7.2 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 Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Cottonwood Falls on MySchoolScout is Chase County Junior Senior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Cottonwood Falls on MySchoolScout is Chase County Junior Senior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
Cottonwood Falls is served by 1 school district: Chase County.
What is the education level in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Cottonwood Falls have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
The median household income in Cottonwood Falls is approximately $49,940 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cottonwood Falls 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 Cottonwood Falls, 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.