Best Schools in Emporia, Kansas
9 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Emporia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Timmerman Elementary
Elementary · Emporia. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sacred Heart School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walnut Elem
Elementary · Emporia. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Emporia for 2026 are Timmerman Elementary (8.1/10), Sacred Heart School (7.8/10), and Walnut Elem (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$144,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$144,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 44% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Emporia schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Emporia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timmerman Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Sacred Heart School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Walnut Elem | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Village Elem | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | W a White Elem | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Logan Ave Elem | 4.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Riverside Elementary | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Emporia Middle School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Emporia High | 3.5 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $57,771
- Median home value
- $144,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 14 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Emporia compares
Kansas rank
#103 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$58k
80% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, Kansas is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Emporia 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 Emporia is Timmerman Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Emporia is served by 1 school district: Emporia. These districts collectively serve 4,399 students.
Emporia's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,771. The poverty rate in the area is 16.4%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 367 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 285 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | 386 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | 244 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 5 | 215 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 | ||
| 6 | 421 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sacred Heart School
Private
51 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 852 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,629 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 |
Schools in Emporia
Emporia, Kansas · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,771
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$799/mo
Population
27,348
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
14 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Community Profile
Emporia has a median household income of $57,771. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,200, with a median rent of $799/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Emporia, Kansas
How many schools are in Emporia, Kansas?
Emporia has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Emporia, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Emporia is 5.6 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 Emporia, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Emporia on MySchoolScout is Timmerman Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Emporia, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Emporia on MySchoolScout is Timmerman Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Emporia, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Emporia on MySchoolScout is Emporia Middle School with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Emporia, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Emporia on MySchoolScout is Emporia High with a composite score of 3.5/10.
How many school districts serve Emporia, Kansas?
Emporia is served by 1 school district: Emporia.
What is the education level in Emporia, Kansas?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Emporia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Emporia, Kansas?
The median household income in Emporia is approximately $57,771 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Emporia, Kansas?
Yes, Emporia has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sacred Heart School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Emporia, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Emporia is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Emporia, 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.