7.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Yates Center, Kansas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.6/10
Median household income: $44,609
Median home value: $90,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 27%
Avg commute: 21 min
Owner-occupied homes: 81%

How Yates Center compares

Median household income

$45k

62% of Kansas median

About Schools in Yates Center, Kansas

Yates Center, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Yates Center perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Yates Center is Yates Center Elem with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Yates Center is served by 1 school district: Woodson. These districts collectively serve 443 students.

Yates Center's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,609. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Yates Center Elem 270 students · Pre-K–6th	270	Pre-K–6th	8.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Yates Center High 173 students · 7th–12th	173	7th–12th	6.7

Schools in Yates Center

Yates Center, Kansas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$44,609

Median Home Value

$90,200

Median Rent

$590/mo

Population

2,117

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Community Profile

Yates Center has a median household income of $44,609. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,200, with a median rent of $590/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Kansas
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Resources

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School District

Woodson

2 schools · 443 students

Nearby Cities

Burlington (3 schools)

Westphalia (1 school)

Cherryvale (1 school)

30 mi

Madison (2 schools)

28 mi

Other Major Cities in Kansas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Wichita 124 schools Kansas City 63 schools Overland Park 59 schools Olathe 57 schools Topeka 53 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Yates Center, Kansas

How many schools are in Yates Center, Kansas?

Yates Center has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Yates Center, Kansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yates Center is 7.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Yates Center, Kansas?

The top-ranked school in Yates Center on MySchoolScout is Yates Center Elem with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Yates Center, Kansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Yates Center on MySchoolScout is Yates Center Elem with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best high school in Yates Center, Kansas?

The top-ranked high school in Yates Center on MySchoolScout is Yates Center High with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Yates Center, Kansas?

Yates Center is served by 1 school district: Woodson.

What is the education level in Yates Center, Kansas?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Yates Center have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Yates Center, Kansas?

The median household income in Yates Center is approximately $44,609 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Yates Center, Kansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yates Center is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yates Center, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.