Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Star Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Star Elementary serves the northeast part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with distances to the zone's edges averaging around 1.1 miles, reaching up to 1.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Star 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 Star Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Star 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 Star Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#37 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Star Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Star Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Prairie Star Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leawood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Star Elementary School?
371 students attend Prairie Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Prairie Star Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Star Elementary School?
Prairie Star Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Star Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Star Elementary School part of?
Prairie Star Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Star Elementary School located?
Prairie Star Elementary School is located in the Mission Prairie neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Prairie.
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