For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 200 students in Centralia, KS.
The top ranked public preschool in Centralia, KS is Centralia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Centralia, KS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Centralia have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Centralia, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centralia Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
507 John Riggins Ave
Centralia, KS 66415
(785) 857-3324
Centralia, KS 66415
(785) 857-3324
Grades: PK-6
| 200 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Centralia, KS?
The top ranked public preschools in Centralia, KS include Centralia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Centralia?
1 public preschools are located in Centralia.
What is the racial composition of students in Centralia?
Centralia public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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