For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 523 students in Leon, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Leon, KS are Bluestem Elementary School and Bluestem Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leon, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Leon have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Leon, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bluestem Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 Mill Road
Leon, KS 67074
(316) 742-3291
Leon, KS 67074
(316) 742-3291
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Bluestem Jr/sr High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 Bluestem Drive
Leon, KS 67074
(316) 742-3281
Leon, KS 67074
(316) 742-3281
Gr: 7-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Leon, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
625 Mill Rd
Leon, KS 67074
(316) 742-3263
Leon, KS 67074
(316) 742-3263
Gr: 7-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Leon, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Leon, KS include Bluestem Elementary School and Bluestem Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Leon?
2 public schools are located in Leon.
What is the racial composition of students in Leon?
Leon public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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