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Phillips County

Kansas · Public K-12

Parents in Phillips County researching K-12 options have 7 public schools to consider, with combined enrollment near 813 (2 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high).

7-year change in Phillips County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
813
-111 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
7
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
92%
was 90%
% Hispanic
4%
was 4%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
7
4 districts
Enrollment
813
NCES CCD
Median income
$62,123
Below Kansas avg
Free/reduced lunch
49.6%
Below Kansas avg
Elementary
2
309 students
Middle
3
282 students
High
2
222 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Phillipsburg
585 students · 4 districts in Phillips County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Phillips County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
93%
Hispanic
3%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
5%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
92%
Hispanic
4%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
2%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
22.5%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
11.9%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.2%
civilian labor
Median age
46
22.5% under 18

Test scores in Phillips County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 6 schools ranked. Kansas state average: 44.5%.

See all 6 schools in Phillips County ranked by score →

All schools (7)

NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Phillipsburg ElemPhillipsburgElementaryPK-04233·
Phillipsburg MiddlePhillipsburgMiddle05-08179·
Phillipsburg HighPhillipsburgHigh09-12173·
Logan ElemLoganElementaryPK-0676·
THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOLAgraMiddle04-0872·
Logan HighLoganHigh07-1249·
Long Island Middle SchoolLong IslandMiddle05-0831·

Cities in Phillips County

Phillipsburg3 schoolsLogan2 schoolsAgra1 schoolLong Island1 school

About Phillips County

Across the compact Kansas county of Phillips County of about 4,813 residents, the public-school footprint covers 7 schools and about 813 students.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show median household income runs near $62,123, about 23% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the federal-poverty share is near 12%. That income level is 6% noticeably below the Kansas median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Phillips County comprises 2 elementary schools (309 students), 3 middle schools (282), and 2 high schools (222).

Phillipsburg dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 585 students on its own.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 813 students, shrank 12% from the 924 reported in SY 2017-18.

On allk12, the community for Phillips County discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Phillips County?
Phillips County, Kansas has 7 public K-12 schools serving approximately 813 students.
How many high schools are in Phillips County?
Phillips County, Kansas has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 222 students.
How many middle schools are in Phillips County?
Phillips County, Kansas has 3 public middle schools, serving approximately 282 students.
How many elementary schools are in Phillips County?
Phillips County, Kansas has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 309 students.
What is the largest school district in Phillips County?
Phillipsburg is the largest school district in Phillips County, serving approximately 585 students. The county contains 4 school districts overall.
What is the population of Phillips County?
Phillips County, Kansas has a population of approximately 4,813, with a median age of 46. About 22.5% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Phillips County?
Median household income in Phillips County is $62,123, below the Kansas average of $66,199. About 11.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Phillips County?
Approximately 22.5% of adults 25 and older in Phillips County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Phillips County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 49.6% of students in Phillips County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Kansas county average of 52.0%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Phillips County schools?
Across Phillips County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.1 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data