For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,248 students in 66103, KS (there are 2 private schools, serving 162 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 66103, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66103, KS are Frank Rushton Elementary School, Thomas A Edison Elementary School and Noble Prentis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66103 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66103, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66103, KS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Frank Rushton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2605 W 43rd Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-3050
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-3050
Grades: PK-5
| 319 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas A Edison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Locust Street
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-4900
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-4900
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
Rank: #33.
Noble Prentis Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2337 S 14th Street
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-5250
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-5250
Grades: K-5
| 189 students
Rank: #44.
Rosedale Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Springfield
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-6900
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 627-6900
Grades: 6-8
| 508 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66103, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66103, KS include Frank Rushton Elementary School, Thomas A Edison Elementary School and Noble Prentis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66103?
4 public schools are located in 66103.
What percentage of students in 66103 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 66103 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66103?
66103 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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