Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie Ridge 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 64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Ridge Elementary School serves the northeast part of Shawnee, KS, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Ridge Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Ridge 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 Prairie Ridge Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#50 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & Blue
School Mascot
The Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Ridge Elementary School is ranked #50 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Prairie Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Ridge Elementary School?
431 students attend Prairie Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Prairie Ridge Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Ridge Elementary School?
Prairie Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Ridge Elementary School part of?
Prairie Ridge Elementary School is part of De Soto School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Ridge Elementary School located?
Prairie Ridge Elementary School is located in the Grey Oaks neighborhood of Shawnee, KS.
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