For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,015 students in 66047, KS (there are 2 private schools, serving 444 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 66047, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66047, KS are Lawrence Virtual School, Sunflower Elementary School and Lawrence Southwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66047 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kansas public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 66047, KS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66047, KS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Virtual School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1104 E 1000 Road
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Grades: K-12
| 936 students
Rank: #22.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2521 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5870
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5870
Grades: K-5
| 458 students
Rank: #33.
Lawrence Southwest Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2511 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5550
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5550
Grades: 6-8
| 621 students
66047, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1104 E 1000 Road
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Grades: 9-12
| 320 students
1104 East 1000 Rd
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5900
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5900
Grades: K-6
| 194 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66047, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66047, KS include Lawrence Virtual School, Sunflower Elementary School and Lawrence Southwest Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 66047, KS?
3 public schools are located in 66047, KS.
What percentage of students in 66047, KS go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 66047, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66047, KS?
66047, KS public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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