Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie Center Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Center Elementary serves the west part of Olathe, KS, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with most living about 0.8 miles from the school and the furthest edge being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Center Elementary School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Pioneers
School Rankings
Prairie Center Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Center Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#139 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pioneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Center Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Center Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Prairie Center Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearwater Creek Elementary School, Arbor Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Center Elementary School?
360 students attend Prairie Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Prairie Center Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Center Elementary School?
Prairie Center Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Center Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Center Elementary School part of?
Prairie Center Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Center Elementary School located?
Prairie Center Elementary School is located in the Persimmon Hill neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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