For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,960 students in 66227, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 1,000 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 66227, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66227, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 66227 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66227, KS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66227, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7210 Chouteau
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3535
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3535
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Mize Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7301 Mize Road
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 441-0880
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 441-0880
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8001 Mize Boulevard
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3512
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3512
Gr: 6-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66227, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66227, KS include Canyon Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Mize Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66227?
4 public schools are located in 66227.
What percentage of students in 66227 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 66227 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66227?
66227 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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