For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,328 students in Mission, KS (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,444 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in Mission, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%). Mission has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Kansas.
The top ranked public schools in Mission, KS are Westwood View Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Roesland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mission, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Mission have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mission, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westwood View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4935 Belinder Rd.
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-5800
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-5800
Grades: PK-6
| 308 students
Rank: #22.
Highlands Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6200 Roe
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-3300
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 373 students
Rank: #33.
Roesland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4900 Parish Dr
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4700
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4700
Grades: PK-6
| 358 students
Rank: #44.
Crestview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6101 Craig St.
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-3000
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-3000
Grades: PK-6
| 392 students
Rank: #55.
Rushton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6001 W 52nd St
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-4900
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-4900
Grades: PK-6
| 298 students
Rank: #66.
Shawnee Mission North High School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Johnson Drive
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-6900
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-6900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,568 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Magnet School
5900 Lamar
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-9500
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-9500
Grades: Inquire with school
| 31 students
Mission, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6601 Santa Fe Dr
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-1700
Mission, KS 66202
(913) 993-1700
Grades: K-6
| 131 students
5527 Juniper
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4600
Mission, KS 66205
(913) 993-4600
Grades: K-6
| 187 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mission, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Mission, KS include Westwood View Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Roesland Elementary School. Mission has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Kansas.
How many public schools are located in Mission?
7 public schools are located in Mission.
What percentage of students in Mission go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in Mission are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mission?
Mission public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mission are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mission include: Westwood View Elementary School vs. Roesland Elementary School, Roesland Elementary School vs. Westwood View Elementary School, Roesland Elementary School vs. Highlands Elementary School
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