Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Countryside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Countryside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Countryside Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cardinals
School Mascot
Cardinals
School Rankings
Countryside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Countryside Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#343 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
16%
7%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countryside Elementary School's ranking?
Countryside Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Countryside Elementary School often compared to?
Countryside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Countryside Elementary School?
333 students attend Countryside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Countryside Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Countryside Elementary School?
Countryside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Countryside Elementary School offer ?
Countryside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Countryside Elementary School part of?
Countryside Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Countryside Elementary School located?
Countryside Elementary School is located in the Cambridge Pointe neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
School Reviews
1 3/8/2021
I'd like to give no stars! The principal is terrible. So happy my child is no longer in elementary school at the end of this school year.
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