Best Schools in Whitewater, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Whitewater by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Remington Middle School
Middle · Remington-whitewater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Frederic Remington High
High · Remington-whitewater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$136,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$136,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Whitewater
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 | Remington Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Frederic Remington High | 6.4 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $63,472
- Median home value
- $136,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Whitewater compares
Median household income
$63k
88% of Kansas median
About Schools in Whitewater, Kansas
Whitewater, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Whitewater 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 Whitewater is Remington Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Whitewater is served by 1 school district: Remington-Whitewater. These districts collectively serve 511 students.
Whitewater's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,472. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.
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 | 138 students · 5th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 162 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Whitewater
Whitewater, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,472
Median Home Value
$136,000
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
1,561
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Community Profile
Whitewater has a median household income of $63,472. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $136,000, with a median rent of $850/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kansas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Whitewater, Kansas
How many schools are in Whitewater, Kansas?
Whitewater has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Whitewater, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whitewater is 6.6 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 Whitewater, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Whitewater on MySchoolScout is Remington Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Whitewater, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Whitewater on MySchoolScout is Remington Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Whitewater, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Whitewater on MySchoolScout is Frederic Remington High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Whitewater, Kansas?
Whitewater is served by 1 school district: Remington-whitewater.
What is the education level in Whitewater, Kansas?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Whitewater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Whitewater, Kansas?
The median household income in Whitewater is approximately $63,472 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Whitewater, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whitewater is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Whitewater, 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.