For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,075 students in 66102, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66102, KS are Whittier Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Frances Willard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66102 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66102, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66102, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
295 S 10th Street
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6400
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6400
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-5200
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-5200
Gr: K-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Frances Willard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Orville
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6100
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6100
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Armstrong
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-7350
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-7350
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
641 N 57th St
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-5150
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-5150
Gr: K-5 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
M E Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 N 11th St
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-3150
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Eugene Ware Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4820 Oakland
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-5950
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-5950
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Gloria Willis Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1735 N. 64th Terrace
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6300
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
School For Blind Elementary School
Special Education School
1100 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 305-3000
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 305-3000
Gr: PK-6 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
66102, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
813 Barnett
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-7300
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-7300
Gr: K-5 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
1735 N 64th Terr
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6300
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
813 Barnett
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-7160
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 627-7160
Gr: 6-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
608 N. 18th Street
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 621-8715
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 621-8715
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66102, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66102, KS include Whittier Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Frances Willard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66102?
9 public elementary schools are located in 66102.
What is the racial composition of students in 66102?
66102 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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