Serving 665 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Briarwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarwood 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
Briarwood Elementary School's student population of 665 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briarwood 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 Briarwood Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#28 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Briarwood Elementary School's ranking?
Briarwood Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Briarwood Elementary School often compared to?
Briarwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Briarwood Elementary School?
665 students attend Briarwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Briarwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarwood Elementary School?
Briarwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Briarwood Elementary School offer ?
Briarwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Briarwood Elementary School part of?
Briarwood Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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