For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,256 students in Mission, KS (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,388 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in Mission, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Mission, KS are Westwood View Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Roesland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mission, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kansas public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in Mission have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mission, KS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westwood View Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2511 W 50th St
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-5800
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-5800
Grades: PK-6
| 305 students
Rank: #22.
Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6200 Roe
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-3300
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 370 students
Rank: #33.
Roesland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4900 Parish Dr
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4700
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4700
Grades: PK-6
| 350 students
Rank: #44.
Rushton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6001 W 52nd St
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-4900
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-4900
Grades: PK-6
| 301 students
Rank: #55.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6101 Craig St.
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-3000
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-3000
Grades: PK-6
| 396 students
Rank: #66.
Shawnee Mission North High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Johnson Drive
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-6900
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-6900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,510 students
Rank: n/an/a
5900 Lamar
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-9500
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-9500
Grades: Inquire with school
| 24 students
Mission, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6601 Santa Fe Dr
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-1700
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-1700
Grades: K-6
| 131 students
5527 Juniper
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4600
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4600
Grades: K-6
| 187 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mission, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Mission, KS include Westwood View Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Roesland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mission, KS?
7 public schools are located in Mission, KS.
What percentage of students in Mission, KS go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in Mission, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mission, KS?
Mission, KS public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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