Best Schools in Medicine Lodge, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Medicine Lodge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School
High · Barber County North. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Medicine Lodge Grade School
Elementary · Barber County North. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$102,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$102,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Medicine Lodge
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 | Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Medicine Lodge Grade School | 5.9 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $57,125
- Median home value
- $102,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Medicine Lodge compares
Median household income
$57k
80% of Kansas median
About Schools in Medicine Lodge, Kansas
Medicine Lodge, 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 6.2 out of 10, schools in Medicine Lodge 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 Medicine Lodge is Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Medicine Lodge is served by 1 school district: Barber County North. These districts collectively serve 478 students.
Medicine Lodge's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,125. The poverty rate in the area is 20.2%.
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 | 246 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 227 students · 7th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Medicine Lodge
Medicine Lodge, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,125
Median Home Value
$102,100
Median Rent
$711/mo
Population
2,087
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Community Profile
Medicine Lodge has a median household income of $57,125. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,100, with a median rent of $711/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 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 Medicine Lodge, Kansas
How many schools are in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
Medicine Lodge has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Medicine Lodge is 6.2 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 Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Medicine Lodge on MySchoolScout is Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Medicine Lodge on MySchoolScout is Medicine Lodge Grade School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Medicine Lodge on MySchoolScout is Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
Medicine Lodge is served by 1 school district: Barber County North.
What is the education level in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Medicine Lodge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
The median household income in Medicine Lodge is approximately $57,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Medicine Lodge, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Medicine Lodge is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Medicine Lodge, 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.