Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mahaffie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahaffie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mahaffie Elementary School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mahaffie 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 Mahaffie Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#361 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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
3%
3%

Hispanic
23%
22%

Black
7%
7%

White
59%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Mahaffie Elementary School's ranking?
Mahaffie Elementary School is ranked #361 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Mahaffie Elementary School?
441 students attend Mahaffie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mahaffie Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mahaffie Elementary School?
Mahaffie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahaffie Elementary School offer ?
Mahaffie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mahaffie Elementary School part of?
Mahaffie Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Mahaffie Elementary School located?
Mahaffie Elementary School is located in the Brittany Yesteryear neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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