For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,940 students in Fort Riley, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Riley, KS are Fort Riley Elementary School, Ware Elementary School and Morris Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Riley, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Fort Riley have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fort Riley, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Riley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28000 Rifle Range Road
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4450
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Ware Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6795 Thomas Avenue
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4600
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Morris Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4722 Normandy Drive
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4650
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Fort Riley Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4020 First Division Rd
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4500
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Fort Riley, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4720 Jackson Avenue
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4550
Fort Riley, KS 66442
(785) 717-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fort Riley, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Riley, KS include Fort Riley Elementary School, Ware Elementary School and Morris Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fort Riley?
4 public schools are located in Fort Riley.
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Riley?
Fort Riley public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Fort Riley are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fort Riley include: Morris Hill Elementary School vs. Fort Riley Elementary School, Fort Riley Elementary School vs. Morris Hill Elementary School
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