Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Star Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Star 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
School Overview
Prairie Star Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Star Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Star Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#64 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Star Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Star Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Prairie Star Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leawood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Star Elementary School?
406 students attend Prairie Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Prairie Star Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Star Elementary School?
Prairie Star Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Star Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Star Elementary School part of?
Prairie Star Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Star Elementary School located?
Prairie Star Elementary School is located in the Mission Prairie neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Prairie.
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