For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,521 students in 66212, KS (there are 5 private schools, serving 621 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 66212, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66212, KS are Pawnee Elementary School, Brookridge Elementary School and Shawnee Mission West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66212 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66212, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66212, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pawnee Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9501 W 91st St
Overland Park, KS 66212
(913) 993-4300
Overland Park, KS 66212
(913) 993-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Brookridge Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9920 Lowell
Overland Park, KS 66212
(913) 993-2400
Overland Park, KS 66212
(913) 993-2400
Gr: PK-6 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Shawnee Mission West High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8800 W 85th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
(913) 993-7800
Overland Park, KS 66212
(913) 993-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,599 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66212, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66212, KS include Pawnee Elementary School, Brookridge Elementary School and Shawnee Mission West High School.
How many public schools are located in 66212?
3 public schools are located in 66212.
What percentage of students in 66212 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 66212 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66212?
66212 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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