Best Schools in Effingham, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Effingham by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Atchison County Community Elementary School
Elementary · Atchison Co Comm Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Atchison County Community Jr/sr High
High · Atchison Co Comm Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$108,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$108,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Effingham
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 | Atchison County Community Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Atchison County Community Jr/sr High | 6.2 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $54,955
- Median home value
- $108,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Effingham compares
Median household income
$55k
76% of Kansas median
About Schools in Effingham, Kansas
Effingham, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Effingham 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 Effingham is Atchison County Community Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Effingham is served by 1 school district: Atchison Co Comm Schools. These districts collectively serve 514 students.
Effingham's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,955. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 256 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 258 students · 7th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Effingham
Effingham, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,955
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$846/mo
Population
954
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
Effingham has a median household income of $54,955. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $108,400, with a median rent of $846/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kansas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Effingham, Kansas
How many schools are in Effingham, Kansas?
Effingham has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Effingham, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Effingham is 6.7 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 Effingham, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Effingham on MySchoolScout is Atchison County Community Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Effingham, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Effingham on MySchoolScout is Atchison County Community Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Effingham, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Effingham on MySchoolScout is Atchison County Community Jr/sr High with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Effingham, Kansas?
Effingham is served by 1 school district: Atchison Co Comm Schools.
What is the education level in Effingham, Kansas?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Effingham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Effingham, Kansas?
The median household income in Effingham is approximately $54,955 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Effingham, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Effingham is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Effingham, 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.