Mahaffie Elementary School

1300 N Nelson Rd
Olathe, KS 66061
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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8/
10
Top 30%
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Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mahaffie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30% in KS
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : Mahaffie Elementary serves a central area in Olathe, KS, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mahaffie Elementary School's student population of 449 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Mahaffie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahaffie Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KS)
#286 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
31%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
32%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
23%
23%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Black
7%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

White
57%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
9%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
43%
0.61

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
35.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mahaffie Elementary School's ranking?
Mahaffie Elementary School is ranked #286 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mahaffie Elementary School?
449 students attend Mahaffie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mahaffie Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahaffie Elementary School?
Mahaffie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahaffie Elementary School offer ?
Mahaffie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahaffie Elementary School part of?
Mahaffie Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Mahaffie Elementary School located?
Mahaffie Elementary School is located in the Brittany Yesteryear neighborhood of Olathe, KS.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : Mahaffie Elementary serves a central area in Olathe, KS, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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