Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe Elementary serves the west part of Lenexa, KS, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1987
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#103 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broken Arrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
400 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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