For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,455 students in 67216, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 67216, KS are Paul B Cooper Elementary School, Wells Alternative Middle School and Oaklawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 67216 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 67216, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 67216, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paul B Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4625 Juniper
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 554-0934
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 554-0934
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Wells Alternative Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1221 E Galena Suite 373
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-7650
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-7650
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Oaklawn Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 S Clifton
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 554-0704
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 554-0704
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2945 S Victoria
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-1900
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
White Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5148 S Kansas
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-1250
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-1250
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
67216, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4801 S Hydraulic
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-8950
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-8950
Gr: 3-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
1221 E Galena Suite 329
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-6400
Wichita, KS 67216
(316) 973-6400
Gr: K-5 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 67216, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 67216, KS include Paul B Cooper Elementary School, Wells Alternative Middle School and Oaklawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 67216?
5 public elementary schools are located in 67216.
What is the racial composition of students in 67216?
67216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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