6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Garden City, Kansas

21 schools · 14 Elementary · 4 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 18

Private: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Estimated Scores: 10%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $72,507
Median home value: $188,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 20%
Avg commute: 14 min
Owner-occupied homes: 62%

How Garden City compares

Kansas rank

#68 of 140

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Kansas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$73k

101% of Kansas median

Schools in this city

20

About Schools in Garden City, Kansas

Garden City, Kansas is home to 21 schools, including 18 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 14 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Garden City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Garden City is Georgia Matthews Elem with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Garden City is served by 1 school district: Garden City. These districts collectively serve 7,235 students.

Garden City's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,507. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 67846 (21)

Elementary Schools

14 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Georgia Matthews Elem 126 students · Kindergarten–4th	126	Kindergarten–4th	8.2
2	Abe Hubert Elementary School 307 students · Kindergarten–6th	307	Kindergarten–6th	7.9
3	Plymell Elementary 127 students · Kindergarten–6th	127	Kindergarten–6th	7.9
4	Victor Ornelas Elem 385 students · Kindergarten–4th	385	Kindergarten–4th	7.5
5	Edith Scheuerman Elem 178 students · Kindergarten–4th	178	Kindergarten–4th	6.9
6	Alta Brown Elem 323 students · Kindergarten–4th	323	Kindergarten–4th	6.8
7	Buffalo Jones Elem 240 students · Kindergarten–4th	240	Kindergarten–4th	6.8
8	Florence Wilson Elem 361 students · Kindergarten–4th	361	Kindergarten–4th	5.3
9	Jennie Barker Elem 172 students · Kindergarten–6th	172	Kindergarten–6th	5.1
10	Jennie Wilson Elem 762 students · Pre-K–4th	762	Pre-K–4th	5.1
11	Gertrude Walker Elem 216 students · Kindergarten–4th	216	Kindergarten–4th	4.4
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 100 students · Pre-K–6th	100	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated
2	ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private 116 students · Pre-K–6th	116	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated
3	HIGH PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 28 students · Kindergarten–8th	28	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr 362 students · 5th–8th	362	5th–8th	7.0
2	Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Ctr 351 students · 5th–6th	351	5th–6th	6.7
3	Horace J. Good Middle School 689 students · 7th–8th	689	7th–8th	6.1
4	Kenneth Henderson Middle 390 students · 5th–8th	390	5th–8th	6.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	USD 457 Virtual Academy 87 students · 7th–12th	87	7th–12th	3.9
2	Garden City High School 1,976 students · 9th–12th	1,976	9th–12th	3.7

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	GC Achieve at J.D. Adams Hall 107 students · Kindergarten–12th	107	Kindergarten–12th	5.0

Schools in Garden City

Garden City, Kansas · 21 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,507

Median Home Value

$188,200

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

34,276

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

14 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Community Profile

Garden City has a median household income of $72,507. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,200, with a median rent of $994/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Kansas
Total Schools: 21
Elementary: 14
Middle: 4
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

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School District

Garden City

18 schools · 7,235 students

Nearby Cities

Holcomb (5 schools)

7 mi

Deerfield (3 schools)

Montezuma (2 schools)

35 mi

Ulysses (2 schools)

38 mi

Other Major Cities in Kansas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Wichita 124 schools Kansas City 63 schools Overland Park 59 schools Olathe 57 schools Topeka 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Garden City, Kansas

How many schools are in Garden City, Kansas?

Garden City has 21 schools, including 18 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Garden City, Kansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Garden City is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Garden City, Kansas?

The top-ranked school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Georgia Matthews Elem with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Garden City, Kansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Georgia Matthews Elem with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Garden City, Kansas?

The top-ranked middle school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in Garden City, Kansas?

The top-ranked high school in Garden City on MySchoolScout is USD 457 Virtual Academy with a composite score of 3.9/10.

How many school districts serve Garden City, Kansas?

Garden City is served by 1 school district: Garden City.

What is the education level in Garden City, Kansas?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Garden City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Garden City, Kansas?

The median household income in Garden City is approximately $72,507 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Garden City, Kansas?

Yes, Garden City has 3 private schools alongside 18 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary Catholic School with a score of 7.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Garden City, Kansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Garden City is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Garden City, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.