Best Schools in Wellsville, Kansas
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Wellsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wellsville Elem
Elementary · Wellsville. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wellsville Middle School
Middle · Wellsville. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wellsville High
High · Wellsville. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wellsville for 2026 are Wellsville Elem (6.7/10), Wellsville Middle School (4.9/10), and Wellsville High (4.7/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$227,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$227,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wellsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellsville Elem | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Wellsville Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Wellsville High | 4.7 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $83,889
- Median home value
- $227,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wellsville compares
Kansas rank
#113 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$84k
117% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Wellsville, Kansas
Wellsville, Kansas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Wellsville 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 Wellsville is Wellsville Elem with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wellsville is served by 1 school district: Wellsville. These districts collectively serve 826 students.
Wellsville's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,889. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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 | 402 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 246 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Wellsville
Wellsville, Kansas · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,889
Median Home Value
$227,700
Median Rent
$1,265/mo
Population
4,211
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Wellsville has a median household income of $83,889. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $227,700, with a median rent of $1,265/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Wellsville, Kansas
How many schools are in Wellsville, Kansas?
Wellsville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wellsville, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wellsville is 5.4 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 Wellsville, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Wellsville on MySchoolScout is Wellsville Elem with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wellsville, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wellsville on MySchoolScout is Wellsville Elem with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Wellsville, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Wellsville on MySchoolScout is Wellsville Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Wellsville, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Wellsville on MySchoolScout is Wellsville High with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Wellsville, Kansas?
Wellsville is served by 1 school district: Wellsville.
What is the education level in Wellsville, Kansas?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Wellsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wellsville, Kansas?
The median household income in Wellsville is approximately $83,889 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wellsville, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wellsville is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wellsville, 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.