Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Merriam Park 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 40% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merriam Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Merriam Park Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merriam Park 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 Merriam Park Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#422 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
12%
7%
White
53%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merriam Park Elementary School's ranking?
Merriam Park Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Merriam Park Elementary School often compared to?
Merriam Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluejacket-flint, Nieman 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Merriam Park Elementary School?
429 students attend Merriam Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Merriam Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merriam Park Elementary School?
Merriam Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merriam Park Elementary School offer ?
Merriam Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merriam Park Elementary School part of?
Merriam Park Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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