Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nieman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nieman Elementary serves the northwest part of Shawnee, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to its edge being about 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nieman Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nieman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nieman Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#791 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
48%
23%
Black
8%
7%
White
36%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Foxes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nieman Elementary School's ranking?
Nieman Elementary School is ranked #791 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Nieman Elementary School often compared to?
Nieman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merriam Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Nieman Elementary School?
456 students attend Nieman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Nieman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nieman Elementary School?
Nieman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nieman Elementary School offer ?
Nieman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nieman Elementary School part of?
Nieman Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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