Serving 610 students in grades 3-5, Piper Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piper Creek 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
Diversity
School Overview
Piper Creek Elementary School's student population of 610 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Piper Creek 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 Piper Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#164 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
13%
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
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piper Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Piper Creek Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Piper Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Piper Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Piper Creek Elementary School?
610 students attend Piper Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Piper Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piper Creek Elementary School?
Piper Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piper Creek Elementary School offer ?
Piper Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piper Creek Elementary School part of?
Piper Creek Elementary School is part of Piper-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Piper Creek Elementary School located?
Piper Creek Elementary School is located in the Prairie And Piper KC KS neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Prairie And Piper KC KS.
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