For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,169 students in 66071, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66071, KS are Sunflower Elementary School and Paola Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66071 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66071, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66071, KS Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 E 303rd St
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8040
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8040
Gr: 3-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Paola Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 Hospital Drive
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Gr: 6-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
709 N. Hedge Lane
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8050
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8050
Gr: PK-2 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 66071, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66071, KS include Sunflower Elementary School and Paola Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66071?
3 public elementary schools are located in 66071.
What is the racial composition of students in 66071?
66071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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