- Flinthills Primary School — 1.5 mi · Grades PK–2 · 63 students
- Flinthills Intermediate School — 14.8 mi · Grades 3–5 · 47 students
- Flinthills High School — 14.8 mi · Grades 9–12 · 97 students
- Flinthills Middle School — 14.8 mi · Grades 6–8 · 66 students
| Metric | Flinthills Unified School District 492 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 287 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,526/yr | $17,619/yr | Small district — per-pupil varies |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flinthills Unified School District 492 (this district) | 5/10 | 44th | 287 |
| Chase County Unified School District 284 | 3/10 | 21st | 387 |
| Peabody-Burns Unified School District 398 | 1/10 | 3rd | 228 |
| El Dorado Unified School District 490 | 2/10 | 18th | 2,133 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 283 rated districts in KS → 44th percentile → 5/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Flinthills Unified School District 492
Families in zip code 66842 (Cassoday, Kansas) are assigned to Flinthills Unified School District 492 for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Flinthills Unified School District 492 ranks among Kansas’s average-rated school systems. 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.
Flinthills Unified School District 492 falls near the middle of Kansas on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 66842
Children in zip code 66842 are assigned to Flinthills Unified School District 492 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 66842, 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 Flinthills Unified School District 492 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Cassoday
For families considering a purchase in the Cassoday area, district assignment matters financially. Because Flinthills Unified School District 492 serves zip code 66842, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 66842. 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 Flinthills Unified School District 492 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 66842.
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 Flinthills Unified School District 492 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 66842 data.