For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,183 students in 66030, KS.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 66030 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 66030, KS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66030, KS Public Preschools (2026)
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.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 66030, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 66030, KS include Nike Elementary School, Gardner Elementary School and Grand Star Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 66030?
6 public preschools are located in 66030.
What is the racial composition of students in 66030?
66030 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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