Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rising Star Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rising Star Elementary serves the southwest part of Lenexa, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rising Star Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rising Star Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rising Star Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#419 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
18%
7%
White
50%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rising Star Elementary School's ranking?
Rising Star Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Rising Star Elementary School often compared to?
Rising Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Elementary School, Rosehill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Rising Star Elementary School?
473 students attend Rising Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rising Star Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rising Star Elementary School?
Rising Star Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rising Star Elementary School offer ?
Rising Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rising Star Elementary School part of?
Rising Star Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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