Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Belinder Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Belinder Elementary serves the eastern part of Prairie Village, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belinder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belinder Elementary School's student population of 489 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
Belinder Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belinder Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belinder Elementary School's ranking?
Belinder Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Belinder Elementary School often compared to?
Belinder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Elementary School, Broken Arrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Belinder Elementary School?
489 students attend Belinder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Belinder Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belinder Elementary School?
Belinder Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belinder Elementary School offer ?
Belinder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belinder Elementary School part of?
Belinder Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Belinder Elementary School located?
Belinder Elementary School is located in the Meadow Lake neighborhood of Prairie Village, KS.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school is great if you make mid-six figures a year. If you are lower income or if your child has autism, then you get treated like trash. Glad we were only there for two years.
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