Best Schools in Osawatomie, Kansas
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Osawatomie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Trojan Elem
Elementary · Osawatomie. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Osawatomie High
High · Osawatomie. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Osawatomie Middle School
Middle · Osawatomie. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Osawatomie for 2026 are Trojan Elem (6.2/10), Osawatomie High (4.7/10), and Osawatomie Middle School (3.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$162,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$162,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Osawatomie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trojan Elem | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Osawatomie High | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Osawatomie Middle School | 3.9 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $61,500
- Median home value
- $162,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Osawatomie compares
Kansas rank
#109 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$62k
86% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Osawatomie, Kansas
Osawatomie, Kansas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Osawatomie 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 Osawatomie is Swenson Early Childhood Education Center with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Osawatomie is served by 1 school district: Osawatomie. These districts collectively serve 1,047 students.
Osawatomie's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,500. The poverty rate in the area is 14.2%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 190 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.3 |
| 2 | 353 students · 1st–5th | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 209 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 280 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 2 | 15 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Osawatomie
Osawatomie, Kansas · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,500
Median Home Value
$162,200
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
5,617
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Community Profile
Osawatomie has a median household income of $61,500. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,200, with a median rent of $953/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Osawatomie, Kansas
How many schools are in Osawatomie, Kansas?
Osawatomie has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Osawatomie, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Osawatomie is 5.5 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 Osawatomie, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Osawatomie on MySchoolScout is Trojan Elem with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Osawatomie, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Osawatomie on MySchoolScout is Trojan Elem with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Osawatomie, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Osawatomie on MySchoolScout is Osawatomie Middle School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Osawatomie, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Osawatomie on MySchoolScout is Osawatomie High with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Osawatomie, Kansas?
Osawatomie is served by 1 school district: Osawatomie.
What is the education level in Osawatomie, Kansas?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Osawatomie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Osawatomie, Kansas?
The median household income in Osawatomie is approximately $61,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Osawatomie, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Osawatomie is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Osawatomie, 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.