For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 286 students in Dexter, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, KS are Dexter Elementary School and Dexter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dexter, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 N. Main
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Grades: PK-5
| 122 students
Rank: #22.
Dexter High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
311 N. Main
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Dexter, KS 67038
(620) 876-5415
Grades: 6-12
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, KS include Dexter Elementary School and Dexter High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dexter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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