- Axtell High — 8.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 49 students
- Axtell Elementary School — 8.4 mi · Grades PK–8 · 113 students
| Metric | Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,068 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 7 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,311/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 13% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 (this district) | 9/10 | 83rd | 1,068 |
| Marysville Unified School District 364 | 3/10 | 26th | 816 |
| Nemaha Unified School District 115 | 10/10 | 97th | 774 |
| Vermillion Unified School District 380 | 10/10 | 92nd | 652 |
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Ranked against 283 rated districts in KS → 83rd percentile → 9/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Prairie Hills Unified School District 113
Zip code 66541 in Summerfield, Kansas is served by Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Prairie Hills Unified School District 113’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Kansas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Kansas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Kansas on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 66541 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 66541
Children in zip code 66541 are assigned to Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 66541, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Kansas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Summerfield
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 serves zip code 66541, homes in and around zip code 66541 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Kansas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 66541.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Prairie Hills Unified School District 113 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 66541 data.