Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cottonwood Point Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cottonwood Point Elementary serves the northwest part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Point 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
Cottonwood Point Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottonwood Point Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood Point Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1 out of 1269 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Point Elementary School's ranking?
Cottonwood Point Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Cottonwood Point Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Hill Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Point Elementary School?
352 students attend Cottonwood Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cottonwood Point Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Point Elementary School?
Cottonwood Point Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Point Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Point Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Point Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Cottonwood Point Elementary School located?
Cottonwood Point Elementary School is located in the Windham Hill neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Cottonwood Point is a wonderful school that has very encouraging teachers that students can really connect with. The teachers really help enrich students lives on and off school property.
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