Best Schools in Palco, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$100,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$100,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $60,341
- Median home value
- $100,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Palco compares
Median household income
$60k
84% of Kansas median
About Schools in Palco, Kansas
Palco, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
Palco is served by 1 school district: Palco. These districts collectively serve 85 students.
Palco's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,341. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Palco
Palco, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,341
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
303
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Palco has a median household income of $60,341. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,700, with a median rent of $625/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Palco, Kansas
How many schools are in Palco, Kansas?
Palco has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Palco, Kansas?
Palco is served by 1 school district: Palco.
What is the education level in Palco, Kansas?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Palco have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Palco, Kansas?
The median household income in Palco is approximately $60,341 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palco, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palco is 5.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palco, 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.