Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shawnee Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawnee Heights Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shawnee Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Heights Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Shawnee Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Shawnee Heights Elementary School is ranked #423 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Shawnee Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Shawnee Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tecumseh South Elementary School, Tecumseh North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Shawnee Heights Elementary School?
434 students attend Shawnee Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Shawnee Heights Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Heights Elementary School?
Shawnee Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shawnee Heights Elementary School offer ?
Shawnee Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Heights Elementary School part of?
Shawnee Heights Elementary School is part of Shawnee Heights School District.
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