Best Schools in Onaga, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Onaga Senior High
High · Onaga-havensville-wheaton. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Onaga Elem
Elementary · Onaga-havensville-wheaton. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$181,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$181,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Onaga
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 | Onaga Senior High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Onaga Elem | 6.3 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $54,779
- Median home value
- $181,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Onaga compares
Median household income
$55k
76% of Kansas median
About Schools in Onaga, Kansas
Onaga, 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 6.8 out of 10, schools in Onaga 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 Onaga is Onaga Senior High with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Onaga is served by 1 school district: Onaga-Havensville-Wheaton. These districts collectively serve 342 students.
Onaga's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,779. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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 | 166 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Onaga
Onaga, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,779
Median Home Value
$181,800
Median Rent
$882/mo
Population
1,444
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Onaga has a median household income of $54,779. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $181,800, with a median rent of $882/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. 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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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Onaga, Kansas
How many schools are in Onaga, Kansas?
Onaga has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Onaga, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Onaga is 6.8 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 Onaga, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Onaga on MySchoolScout is Onaga Senior High with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Onaga, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Onaga on MySchoolScout is Onaga Elem with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Onaga, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Onaga on MySchoolScout is Onaga Senior High with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Onaga, Kansas?
Onaga is served by 1 school district: Onaga-havensville-wheaton.
What is the education level in Onaga, Kansas?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Onaga have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Onaga, Kansas?
The median household income in Onaga is approximately $54,779 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Onaga, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Onaga is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Onaga, 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.