Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Creek 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 71% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Creek Elementary serves the northwest part of Olathe, KS, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Creek 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
Cedar Creek Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Comets
School Rankings
Cedar Creek 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 Cedar Creek Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#48 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Comets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Creek Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Cedar Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leawood Elementary School, Mission Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Cedar Creek Elementary School?
370 students attend Cedar Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cedar Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Creek Elementary School?
Cedar Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Creek Elementary School part of?
Cedar Creek Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
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