For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,909 students in 66227, KS (there are , serving 1,000 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 66227, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66227, KS are Canyon Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Mize Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66227 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66227, KS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66227, KS 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24001 W 97th Terr
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 780-7400
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 780-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7210 Chouteau
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3535
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3535
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Mize Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7301 Mize Road
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 441-0880
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 441-0880
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8001 Mize Boulevard
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3512
Lenexa, KS 66227
(913) 667-3512
Gr: 6-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66227, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66227, KS include Canyon Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School and Mize Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66227?
4 public schools are located in 66227.
What percentage of students in 66227 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 66227 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66227?
66227 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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