For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,062 students in Lenexa, KS (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,673 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in Lenexa, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%). Lenexa has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Kansas.
The top ranked public schools in Lenexa, KS are Canyon Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Mize Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lenexa, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Lenexa have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lenexa, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24001 W 97th Terr
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 780-7400
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 780-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 444 students
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7210 Chouteau
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3535
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3535
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Mize Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7301 Mize Road
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 441-0880
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 441-0880
Grades: PK-5
| 453 students
Rank: #44.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13951 W 79th St
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-3700
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-3700
Grades: PK-6
| 497 students
Rank: #55.
Manchester Park Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9810 Prairie Creek Rd
Lenexa, KS 66220
(913) 780-7540
Lenexa, KS 66220
(913) 780-7540
Grades: PK-5
| 613 students
Rank: #66.
Lenexa Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8650 Haven St
Lenexa, KS 66219
(913) 993-5700
Lenexa, KS 66219
(913) 993-5700
Grades: PK-6
| 311 students
Rank: #77.
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15600 W 83rd St
Lenexa, KS 66219
(913) 993-3500
Lenexa, KS 66219
(913) 993-3500
Grades: PK-6
| 407 students
Rank: #88.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8955 Loiret Blvd
Lenexa, KS 66219
(913) 993-5400
Lenexa, KS 66219
(913) 993-5400
Grades: PK-6
| 397 students
Rank: #99.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8001 Mize Boulevard
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3512
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3512
Grades: 6-8
| 665 students
Rank: #1010.
Rising Star Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8600 Candlelight Ln
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-4500
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-4500
Grades: PK-6
| 459 students
Rank: #1111.
Rosehill Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9801 Rosehill Rd
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-4800
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-4800
Grades: PK-6
| 469 students
Lenexa, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9400 Pflumm Rd
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-2100
Lenexa, KS 66215
(913) 993-2100
Grades: K-6
| 279 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lenexa, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Lenexa, KS include Canyon Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Mize Elementary School. Lenexa has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Kansas.
How many public schools are located in Lenexa?
11 public schools are located in Lenexa.
What percentage of students in Lenexa go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in Lenexa are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lenexa?
Lenexa public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lenexa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lenexa include: Mize Elementary School vs. Horizon Elementary School, Mill Creek Elementary School vs. Rising Star Elementary School, Rosehill Elementary School vs. Rising Star Elementary School
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