For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,468 students in 66226, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66226, KS are Clear Creek Elementary School, Prairie Ridge Elementary School and Belmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66226 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66226, KS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66226, KS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5815 Monticello Rd
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 422-8700
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 422-8700
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22405 Clear Creek Parkway
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 667-1800
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 667-1800
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: #33.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5805 Belmont Dr
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 667-1810
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 667-1810
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #44.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
21550 West 47th Street
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 441-0808
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 441-0808
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #55.
Monticello Trails Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6100 Monticello Rd
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 422-1100
Shawnee, KS 66226
(913) 422-1100
Grades: 6-8
| 684 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 66226, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66226, KS include Clear Creek Elementary School, Prairie Ridge Elementary School and Belmont Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66226?
5 public elementary schools are located in 66226.
What is the racial composition of students in 66226?
66226 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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