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Rawlins County Schools & Education

School Score

66/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Midrange Signal

Graduation Rate

90.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

90.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 88.7%

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,346

National avg $13,239

State avg $9,009

School Score

66/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 61/100

State Score Position

#38

of 105 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Rawlins County

Measured School Summary

Rawlins County performs at an average level with a school score of 66/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.

Funding Context

Rawlins County spends $9,346 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 9% above the Kansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% higher than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Rawlins 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

2 public schools and 1 district 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

66/100

Mixed county signal. Ranks #38 of 105 Kansas counties with school score data.

Completion

90.0%

1.3 pts above the state average

Funding context

$9,346

$337 above the state average

School coverage

2

1 district represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Rawlins County has 2 public schools across 1 district, 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.

Parent decision brief

What Rawlins 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.

Small-system county

Rawlins County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.

State position

#38

of 105 Kansas counties with school score data. The county score is 5 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.

Rawlins County

Elementary and high visible

384 students

Elementary 1Middle 0High 1Other 0

2 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

Rawlins County is the largest listed district slice, with 2 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 Rawlins County?

Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?

Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?

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 Rawlins 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.

Streamlined Rural Education System

Rawlins County operates a single unified school district consisting of just two public schools. This highly centralized system serves 384 total students, providing a consistent educational experience from PK through 12th grade. The simplicity of the district structure fosters a strong sense of community among all families.

One District, One Community

Rawlins County is served exclusively by the Rawlins County district, which manages both schools and all 384 students. This unified approach eliminates district competition and ensures resources are shared across the entire student body. There are no charter schools, keeping the educational focus entirely on the local public system.

A Truly Rural Learning Experience

Both schools in the county are classified as rural, creating a cohesive cultural environment for all students. Rawlins County Elementary is the larger of the two with 208 students, while the Jr/Sr High School serves 176 students. With an average school size of 192, students benefit from small classes and familiar faces throughout their academic careers.

School Overview

Total Schools

2

in Rawlins County

Reported Enrollment

384

2 schools reporting

School Districts

1

district

Charter Schools

0

0% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0

1 School District in Rawlins County

Rawlins County

2 schools
384 students enrolled

2 Public Schools in Rawlins 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 data

Level

Showing 2 of 2 matching schools

Rawlins County Elementary

Rawlins County

Atwood, 67730 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–6Primary208 students

Rawlins County Jr/Sr High School

Rawlins County

Atwood, 67730 / Rural: Remote

Record7–12High176 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$9,346

State avg $9,009

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Kansas counties have the highest graduation rates?
Scott County (97.0%), Neosho County (96.6%), and Nemaha County (96.3%) currently lead Kansas among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Kansas?
Across Kansas counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $9,009. The highest current county values are Elk County ($16,438), Mitchell County ($12,668), and Coffey County ($12,176). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Rawlins County?
Rawlins County has a school score of 66/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Rawlins County?
The high school graduation rate in Rawlins County is 90.0%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Rawlins County spend per student?
Rawlins County spends $9,346 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Rawlins County, Kansas — FAQ

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

Rawlins County operates a single unified school district consisting of just two public schools. This highly centralized system serves 384 total students, providing a consistent educational experience from PK through 12th grade. The simplicity of the district structure fosters a strong sense of community among all families.

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

Rawlins County is served exclusively by the Rawlins County district, which manages both schools and all 384 students. This unified approach eliminates district competition and ensures resources are shared across the entire student body. There are no charter schools, keeping the educational focus entirely on the local public system.

What is the school experience like in Rawlins County?

Both schools in the county are classified as rural, creating a cohesive cultural environment for all students. Rawlins County Elementary is the larger of the two with 208 students, while the Jr/Sr High School serves 176 students. With an average school size of 192, students benefit from small classes and familiar faces throughout their academic careers.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.