For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,927 students in 66030, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66030, KS are Nike Elementary School, Gardner Elementary School and Grand Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66030 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66030, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66030, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nike Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19500 S. Gardner Road
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3000
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3000
Gr: PK-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Gardner Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
218 E Shawnee
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3300
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3300
Gr: PK-4 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Grand Star Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 East Grand Street
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3750
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3750
Gr: PK-4 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 W. Madison St.
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-0400
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-0400
Gr: PK-4 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
775 North Center
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3700
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3700
Gr: PK-4 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Ridge Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16200 Kill Creek Road
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3850
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3850
Gr: 5-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Moonlight Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17960 S Moonlight Road
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3100
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3100
Gr: PK-4 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Wheatridge Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
318 E. Washington Street
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-2900
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-2900
Gr: 5-8 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #99.
Trail Ridge Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
495 E. Grand Street
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3550
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3550
Gr: 5-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
66030, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
19500 S. Gardner Rd.
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3000
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3000
Gr: 5-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66030, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66030, KS include Nike Elementary School, Gardner Elementary School and Grand Star Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66030?
9 public elementary schools are located in 66030.
What is the racial composition of students in 66030?
66030 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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