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2 schools in Riley

Kansas · Public K-12

Riley sits inside Kansas and runs 2 public K-12 schools, serving about 746 students between them, an average of 373 per campus.

7-year change in Riley

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
746
+55 (+8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
86%
was 89%
% Hispanic
6%
was 4%
% Black
2%
was 3%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Riley County Grade SchoolElementaryPK-08514
Riley County High SchoolHigh09-12232

About Riley

Public education in Riley, Kansas runs across 2 schools that hosts roughly 746 students. By footprint, Riley sits in the small bracket.

On the school-mix side, the city covers 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment rose 8%: 691 students in SY 2017-18 versus 746 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the White share of enrollment shrank from 89% to 86%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Riley discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Riley, Kansas?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Riley, with a combined enrollment of about 746.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Riley?
Riley has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Riley?
Riley County Grade School is the largest public school in Riley by enrollment, with approximately 514 students.
What school districts serve Riley?
Riley public schools are operated by Riley County.
What grade levels do public schools in Riley cover?
Public schools in Riley serve students from pre-K through grade 12.