For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,614 students in 66216, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 516 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 66216, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66216, KS are Ray Marsh Elementary School, Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School and Broken Arrow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66216 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66216, KS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66216, KS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ray Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5642 Rosehill Rd
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-3400
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6720 Caenen St
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-1900
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Broken Arrow Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5901 Alden
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-2300
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-2300
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12701 W 67th St
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-7200
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,599 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Trailridge Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7500 Quivira Rd
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-1000
Shawnee, KS 66216
(913) 993-1000
Gr: 7-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66216, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66216, KS include Ray Marsh Elementary School, Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School and Broken Arrow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66216?
5 public schools are located in 66216.
What percentage of students in 66216 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 66216 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66216?
66216 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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