Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Overland Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Overland Park Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overland Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overland Park Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#602 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
10%
6%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Overland Park Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Overland Park Elementary School often compared to?
Overland Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Overland Park Elementary School?
387 students attend Overland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Overland Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overland Park Elementary School?
Overland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overland Park Elementary School offer ?
Overland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Overland Park Elementary School part of?
Overland Park Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub Sch School District.
In what neighborhood is Overland Park Elementary School located?
Overland Park Elementary School is located in the Historic Overland Park neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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