Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heartland 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heartland 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
Diversity
School Overview
Heartland Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heartland 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 Heartland Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#51 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
5%
7%
White
55%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartland Elementary School's ranking?
Heartland Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Heartland Elementary School often compared to?
Heartland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Heartland Elementary School?
360 students attend Heartland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Heartland Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heartland Elementary School?
Heartland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heartland Elementary School offer ?
Heartland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heartland Elementary School part of?
Heartland Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Heartland Elementary School located?
Heartland Elementary School is located in the Lancaster neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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