Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heartland 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Heartland Elementary serves the northern part of Overland Park, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically can reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 1.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heartland 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
Heartland Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heartland 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 Heartland Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#37 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
52%
60%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartland Elementary School's ranking?
Heartland Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Heartland Elementary School often compared to?
Heartland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Heartland Elementary School?
412 students attend Heartland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Heartland Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heartland Elementary School?
Heartland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heartland Elementary School offer ?
Heartland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heartland Elementary School part of?
Heartland Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Heartland Elementary School located?
Heartland Elementary School is located in the Lancaster neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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