For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 824 students in 66018, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66018, KS are Lexington Trails Middle School and Starside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66018 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66018, KS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66018, KS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lexington Trails Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8800 Penner Avenue
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6260
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6260
Grades: 6-8
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
Starside Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35400 W 91st
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6270
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6270
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 66018, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66018, KS include Lexington Trails Middle School and Starside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66018?
2 public elementary schools are located in 66018.
What is the racial composition of students in 66018?
66018 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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