Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Overland Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Overland Park Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Overland Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overland Park Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#666 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Overland Park Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Overland Park Elementary School often compared to?
Overland Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Overland Park Elementary School?
374 students attend Overland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Overland Park Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overland Park Elementary School?
Overland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overland Park Elementary School offer ?
Overland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overland Park Elementary School part of?
Overland Park Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Overland Park Elementary School located?
Overland Park Elementary School is located in the Historic Overland Park neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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