For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,574 students in 66101, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66101, KS are Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science, Banneker Elementary School and Douglass Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66101 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66101, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66101, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1610 N 8th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-7200
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-7200
Gr: 8-12 | 1,045 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Banneker Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2026 N 4th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-4700
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-4700
Gr: K-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Douglass Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1310 N 9th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-5100
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-5100
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1510 N 4th St
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-4300
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-4300
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Central Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
925 Ivandale
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-6150
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-6150
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66101, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66101, KS include Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science, Banneker Elementary School and Douglass Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66101?
5 public schools are located in 66101.
What is the racial composition of students in 66101?
66101 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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