Hamilton County Schools & Education

Hamilton County, Kansas

School Score

81/100

Higher = better

Rating

High Performing

Graduation Rate

95.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

95.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 88.7%

Per-Pupil Spending

$8,654

National avg $13,239

State avg $9,009

School Score

81/100

Higher = better

State avg 61/100

State School Rank

#14

of 105 counties (1 = best)

Education Overview

About Schools in Hamilton County, Kansas

Streamlined Schooling in Hamilton County

Hamilton County operates two schools under a single district, serving 549 students. The system is designed for efficiency with one elementary school and one junior/senior high school serving the entire region.

Top-Tier Graduation Performance

The county boasts an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $8,654 supports a school score of 59.7, which is above the state median.

Syracuse District Leads the Way

The Syracuse school district manages all 549 students in the county with no charter alternatives. This single-district model provides a unified educational path from PK through grade 12.

Large Rural Schools in Syracuse

Both schools are rural, but they maintain healthy enrollments with an average of 275 students. Syracuse Elementary is the larger of the two with 316 students, while Syracuse High serves 233 students.

Exceptional Graduation Rates in Syracuse

Hamilton County's 95.0% graduation rate is a major draw for families seeking academic success. Residential options in Syracuse put you within minutes of these high-performing rural schools.

School Overview

Total Schools

2

in Hamilton County

Total Enrollment

549

students

School Districts

1

district

Charter Schools

0

0% of total

School Type Breakdown

Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0

1 School District in Hamilton County

Syracuse

2 schools
549 students enrolled

2 Public Schools in Hamilton County

Syracuse Elem

Syracuse

PK–6Primary316 students
Syracuse High

Syracuse

7–12High233 students

Educational Attainment

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$8,654

State avg $9,009

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Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Hamilton County, Kansas — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Hamilton County, Kansas?

Hamilton County operates two schools under a single district, serving 549 students. The system is designed for efficiency with one elementary school and one junior/senior high school serving the entire region.

How do schools in Hamilton County perform academically?

The county boasts an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the national average of 87.0%. Per-pupil spending of $8,654 supports a school score of 59.7, which is above the state median.

What are the major school districts in Hamilton County, Kansas?

The Syracuse school district manages all 549 students in the county with no charter alternatives. This single-district model provides a unified educational path from PK through grade 12.

What is the school experience like in Hamilton County?

Both schools are rural, but they maintain healthy enrollments with an average of 275 students. Syracuse Elementary is the larger of the two with 316 students, while Syracuse High serves 233 students.

How can I find homes near good schools in Hamilton County, Kansas?

Hamilton County's 95.0% graduation rate is a major draw for families seeking academic success. Residential options in Syracuse put you within minutes of these high-performing rural schools.

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Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.