Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mize 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 63% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Mize Elementary School serves the northeast portion of Lenexa, KS, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mize Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mize Elementary School's student population of 474 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mize Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mize Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and green
School Mascot
The Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mize Elementary School's ranking?
Mize Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mize Elementary School often compared to?
Mize Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School, Clear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mize Elementary School?
474 students attend Mize Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mize Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mize Elementary School?
Mize Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mize Elementary School offer ?
Mize Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mize Elementary School part of?
Mize Elementary School is part of De Soto School District.
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