Best Schools in Wakarusa, Kansas
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Pauline South Intermediate
Middle · Auburn-washburn. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$230,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$230,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wakarusa
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 | Pauline South Intermediate | 4.2 / 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
- 4.2/10
- Median household income
- $91,250
- Median home value
- $230,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Wakarusa compares
Median household income
$91k
127% of Kansas median
About Schools in Wakarusa, Kansas
Wakarusa, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in Wakarusa 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 Wakarusa is Pauline South Intermediate with a composite score of 4.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wakarusa is served by 1 school district: Auburn-Washburn. These districts collectively serve 6,008 students.
Wakarusa's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,250. The poverty rate in the area is 2.4%.
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 | 308 students · 4th–6th | 4.2 |
Schools in Wakarusa
Wakarusa, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$91,250
Median Home Value
$230,000
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
1,182
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Community Profile
Wakarusa has a median household income of $91,250. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $230,000, with a median rent of $1,031/month. The local poverty rate of 2.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Wakarusa, Kansas
How many schools are in Wakarusa, Kansas?
Wakarusa has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wakarusa, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wakarusa is 4.2 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 Wakarusa, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Wakarusa on MySchoolScout is Pauline South Intermediate with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Wakarusa, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Wakarusa on MySchoolScout is Pauline South Intermediate with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Wakarusa, Kansas?
Wakarusa is served by 1 school district: Auburn-washburn.
What is the education level in Wakarusa, Kansas?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Wakarusa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wakarusa, Kansas?
The median household income in Wakarusa is approximately $91,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wakarusa, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wakarusa is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wakarusa, 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.