Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School

6720 Caenen St
Shawnee, KS 66216
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 437 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 30% in KS
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 42% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

School Overview

Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

School Rankings

Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KS)
#316 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
43%
29%
42%
32%
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
9%
7%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School's ranking?
Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School?
437 students attend Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School?
Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School offer ?
Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School part of?
Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School located?
Rhein Benninghoven Elementary School is located in the Hillandale neighborhood of Shawnee, KS.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 437 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 42% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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