Republic County Schools & Education
Republic County, Kansas
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
65/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
90.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,796
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,009
School Score
65/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 61/100
State Score Position
#48
of 105 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Republic County
Measured School Summary
Republic County performs at an average level with a school score of 65/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.3%.
Funding Context
Republic County spends $8,796 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 7% above the Kansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Republic 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
5 public schools and 2 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
65/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #48 of 105 Kansas counties with school score data.
Completion
90.3%
1.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,796
$213 below the state average
School coverage
5
2 districts 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
Republic County has 5 public schools across 2 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 Republic 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
Republic 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
#48
of 105 Kansas counties with school score data. The county score is 4 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.
Republic County
Elementary and high visible
526 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
Pike Valley
Elementary to high school visible
229 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Pike Valley is the largest listed district slice, with 3 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 Republic County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Republic 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 Republic 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.
Compact and Efficient Rural Schools
Republic County supports 755 students through five public schools across two school districts. The system includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools, ensuring dedicated facilities for every grade level. This compact landscape allows for deep community involvement in local education.
Republic County and Pike Valley Lead
The Republic County district is the larger provider, educating 526 students in two schools. Pike Valley serves a smaller cohort of 229 students across three specialized campuses. With zero charter schools in operation, the county relies on these two established districts to deliver traditional public education.
Purely Rural, Small-Scale Learning
All five schools in Republic County are located in rural locales, creating a consistent environment for all students. Belleville East Elementary is the largest school with 264 students, while Pike Valley Junior High offers incredibly small classes with just 30 students. The average school size is 151, ensuring that no child is lost in the crowd.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Republic County
Reported Enrollment
755
5 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Republic County
Republic County
Pike Valley
5 Public Schools in Republic 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 5 of 5 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belleville East Elementary | Record | Republic County | Belleville, 66935Rural: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 264 |
| Republic County Jr./Sr. High School | Record | Republic County | Belleville, 66935Rural: Remote | 6–12 | High | 262 |
| Pike Valley Elem | Record | Pike Valley | Courtland, 66939Rural: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 147 |
| Pike Valley High | Record | Pike Valley | Scandia, 66966Rural: Remote | 9–12 | High | 52 |
| Pike Valley Jr High | Record | Pike Valley | Scandia, 66966Rural: Remote | 7–8 | Middle | 30 |
Belleville East Elementary
Republic County
Belleville, 66935 / Rural: Remote
Republic County Jr./Sr. High School
Republic County
Belleville, 66935 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,796
State avg $9,009
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Schools in Republic County, Kansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Republic County, Kansas?
Republic County supports 755 students through five public schools across two school districts. The system includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools, ensuring dedicated facilities for every grade level. This compact landscape allows for deep community involvement in local education.
What are the major school districts in Republic County, Kansas?
The Republic County district is the larger provider, educating 526 students in two schools. Pike Valley serves a smaller cohort of 229 students across three specialized campuses. With zero charter schools in operation, the county relies on these two established districts to deliver traditional public education.
What is the school experience like in Republic County?
All five schools in Republic County are located in rural locales, creating a consistent environment for all students. Belleville East Elementary is the largest school with 264 students, while Pike Valley Junior High offers incredibly small classes with just 30 students. The average school size is 151, ensuring that no child is lost in the crowd.
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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.