For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,106 students in 66047, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66047, KS are Sunflower Elementary School and Lawrence Southwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66047 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66047, KS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66047, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2521 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5870
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5870
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Southwest Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2511 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5550
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
66047, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1104 E 1000 Road
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Gr: 9-12 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
1104 East 1000 Rd
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5900
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5900
Gr: K-6 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66047, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66047, KS include Sunflower Elementary School and Lawrence Southwest Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66047?
2 public elementary schools are located in 66047.
What is the racial composition of students in 66047?
66047 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% 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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