Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Park 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Park Elementary serves the eastern part of Lawrence, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Park Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering future-ready learners.
School Rankings
Prairie Park 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 Prairie Park Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#801 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Park Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Park Elementary School is ranked #801 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Prairie Park Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Park Elementary School?
354 students attend Prairie Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Prairie Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Park Elementary School?
Prairie Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Park Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Park Elementary School part of?
Prairie Park Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Park Elementary School located?
Prairie Park Elementary School is located in the Prairie Park neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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