Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Trailwood 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 70% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Trailwood Elementary serves the southeast part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trailwood 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
Trailwood Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Trailwood Elementary, home of the Thunderbirds since 1962!
School Rankings
Trailwood 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 Trailwood Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#32 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trailwood Elementary School's ranking?
Trailwood Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Trailwood Elementary School often compared to?
Trailwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood Elementary School, John Diemer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Trailwood Elementary School?
429 students attend Trailwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Trailwood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trailwood Elementary School?
Trailwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trailwood Elementary School offer ?
Trailwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trailwood Elementary School part of?
Trailwood Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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