Best Lancaster Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 381 students in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Lancaster is Heartland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park, KS public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park, KS (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heartland Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
12775 Goodman St.
Overland Park, KS 66213
(913) 239-6300
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park, KS include Heartland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park?
the neighborhood of Lancaster, Overland Park public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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