For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,513 students in 66049, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66049, KS are Langston Hughes Elementary School, Quail Run Elementary School and Deerfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66049 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66049, KS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66049, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Langston Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1101 George Williams Way
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5890
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5890
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Quail Run Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1130 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5820
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5820
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Deerfield Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Lawrence Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5660
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5660
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Schwarz Rd
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5880
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5880
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Lawrence West Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Harvard Road
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5500
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66049, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66049, KS include Langston Hughes Elementary School, Quail Run Elementary School and Deerfield Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66049?
5 public elementary schools are located in 66049.
What is the racial composition of students in 66049?
66049 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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