Best Schools in Lucas, Kansas
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified
Elementary · Sylvan Grove. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$43,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$43,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lucas
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 | Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $46,406
- Median home value
- $43,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lucas compares
Median household income
$46k
65% of Kansas median
About Schools in Lucas, Kansas
Lucas, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Lucas 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 Lucas is Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lucas is served by 1 school district: Sylvan Grove. These districts collectively serve 294 students.
Lucas's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,406. The poverty rate in the area is 15.3%.
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 | 141 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.8 |
Schools in Lucas
Lucas, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,406
Median Home Value
$43,200
Median Rent
$652/mo
Population
574
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Lucas has a median household income of $46,406. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $43,200, with a median rent of $652/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lucas, Kansas
How many schools are in Lucas, Kansas?
Lucas has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lucas, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lucas is 7.8 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 Lucas, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Lucas on MySchoolScout is Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lucas, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lucas on MySchoolScout is Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Lucas, Kansas?
Lucas is served by 1 school district: Sylvan Grove.
What is the education level in Lucas, Kansas?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Lucas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lucas, Kansas?
The median household income in Lucas is approximately $46,406 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lucas, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lucas is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lucas, 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.