Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heatherstone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heatherstone Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heatherstone Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heatherstone Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#320 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
9%
7%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heatherstone Elementary School's ranking?
Heatherstone Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Heatherstone Elementary School often compared to?
Heatherstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Heatherstone Elementary School?
427 students attend Heatherstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Heatherstone Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heatherstone Elementary School?
Heatherstone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heatherstone Elementary School offer ?
Heatherstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heatherstone Elementary School part of?
Heatherstone Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Heatherstone Elementary School located?
Heatherstone Elementary School is located in the Heatherstone neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
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