Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Overland Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 53% 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: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overland Trail 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
Overland Trail Elementary School's student population of 588 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overland Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overland Trail Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#107 out of 1280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
7%
7%
White
47%
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
15%
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 Overland Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Overland Trail Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Overland Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Overland Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Trail Elementary School, Valley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Overland Trail Elementary School?
588 students attend Overland Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Overland Trail Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overland Trail Elementary School?
Overland Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overland Trail Elementary School offer ?
Overland Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Overland Trail Elementary School part of?
Overland Trail Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Overland Trail Elementary School located?
Overland Trail Elementary School is located in the Deer Creek neighborhood of Leawood, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Deer Creek.
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