Coffey County Schools & Education
Coffey County, Kansas
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
85/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,176
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,009
School Score
85/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 61/100
State Score Position
#4
of 105 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Coffey County
Measured School Summary
Coffey County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 85/100 and a graduation rate of 92.9%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
With $12,176 per pupil, Coffey County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 39% above the Kansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 35% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Coffey County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
10 public schools and 3 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
85/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #4 of 105 Kansas counties with school score data.
Completion
92.9%
4.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$12,176
$3,167 above the state average
School coverage
10
3 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Coffey County has 10 public schools across 3 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Coffey County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Higher-signal county
Coffey County screens well on the measured county-level school signal. The next check is whether that strength is broad across districts or concentrated in a few school pathways.
State position
#4
of 105 Kansas counties with school score data. The county score is 24 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Burlington
Elementary to high school visible
840 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Lebo-Waverly
Elementary and high visible
495 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
LeRoy-Gridley
Elementary to high school visible
170 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Lebo-Waverly is the largest listed district slice, with 4 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Coffey County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Coffey County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Coffey County, Kansas
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Exceptional Graduation and Funding Rates
The county boasts an impressive 92.9% graduation rate, far exceeding state and national benchmarks. Per-pupil expenditure is among the highest in the region at $12,176, nearly reaching the $13,000 national average.
Three Districts Providing Local Choice
Burlington is the largest district with 840 students, followed by Lebo-Waverly with 495. There are no charter schools here, maintaining a strong focus on community-based public district performance.
Small Schools with Town Connections
The county features a blend of seven rural schools and three town schools, with an average enrollment of 151 students. Burlington Elementary is the largest with 331 students, providing a vibrant but manageable learning environment.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Coffey County
Reported Enrollment
1,505
10 schools reporting
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 School Districts in Coffey County
Burlington
Lebo-Waverly
LeRoy-Gridley
10 Public Schools in Coffey County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 10 of 10 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Elementary School | Record | Burlington | Burlington, 66839Town: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 331 |
| Burlington High | Record | Burlington | Burlington, 66839Town: Remote | 9–12 | High | 262 |
| Burlington Middle School 5 - 8 | Record | Burlington | Burlington, 66839Town: Remote | 5–8 | Middle | 247 |
| Lebo Elem | Record | Lebo-Waverly | Lebo, 66856Rural: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 141 |
| Waverly Elem | Record | Lebo-Waverly | Waverly, 66871Rural: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 138 |
| Lebo High | Record | Lebo-Waverly | Lebo, 66856Rural: Remote | 6–12 | High | 122 |
| Waverly High | Record | Lebo-Waverly | Waverly, 66871Rural: Remote | 6–12 | High | 94 |
| Southern Coffey County Elementary | Record | LeRoy-Gridley | Gridley, 66852Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 83 |
| Southern Coffey County High School | Record | LeRoy-Gridley | LeRoy, 66857Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 47 |
| Southern Coffey County Middle School | Record | LeRoy-Gridley | Gridley, 66852Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 40 |
Southern Coffey County Elementary
LeRoy-Gridley
Gridley, 66852 / Rural: Distant
Southern Coffey County High School
LeRoy-Gridley
LeRoy, 66857 / Rural: Distant
Southern Coffey County Middle School
LeRoy-Gridley
Gridley, 66852 / Rural: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$12,176
State avg $9,009
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Schools in Coffey County, Kansas — FAQ
How do schools in Coffey County perform academically?
The county boasts an impressive 92.9% graduation rate, far exceeding state and national benchmarks. Per-pupil expenditure is among the highest in the region at $12,176, nearly reaching the $13,000 national average.
What are the major school districts in Coffey County, Kansas?
Burlington is the largest district with 840 students, followed by Lebo-Waverly with 495. There are no charter schools here, maintaining a strong focus on community-based public district performance.
What is the school experience like in Coffey County?
The county features a blend of seven rural schools and three town schools, with an average enrollment of 151 students. Burlington Elementary is the largest with 331 students, providing a vibrant but manageable learning environment.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.