Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manchester Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Park Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manchester Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Park Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
4%
6%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Park Elementary School's ranking?
Manchester Park Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Manchester Park Elementary School?
601 students attend Manchester Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Manchester Park Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Park Elementary School?
Manchester Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manchester Park Elementary School offer ?
Manchester Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Manchester Park Elementary School part of?
Manchester Park Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Manchester Park Elementary School located?
Manchester Park Elementary School is located in the Manchester Park neighborhood of Lenexa, KS.
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