Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tomahawk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tomahawk Elementary serves the eastern part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about a mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tomahawk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tomahawk Elementary School's student population of 277 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Tomahawk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tomahawk Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#168 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomahawk Elementary School's ranking?
Tomahawk Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Tomahawk Elementary School often compared to?
Tomahawk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briarwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Tomahawk Elementary School?
277 students attend Tomahawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Tomahawk Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tomahawk Elementary School?
Tomahawk Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tomahawk Elementary School offer ?
Tomahawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tomahawk Elementary School part of?
Tomahawk Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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