For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,068 students in 66223, KS (there are 4 private schools, serving 749 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 66223, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66223, KS are Lakewood Elementary School, Stanley Elementary School and Lakewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66223 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66223, KS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66223, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14600 Lamar Ave.
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-6500
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-6500
Gr: K-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Stanley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6121 W. 158th St.
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-7200
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Lakewood Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6601 Edgewater Drive
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-5800
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
12402 West 182nd Terrace
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 456-2500
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 456-2500
Gr: K-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
15020 Metcalf Ave
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-4275
Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 239-4275
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 101:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66223, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66223, KS include Lakewood Elementary School, Stanley Elementary School and Lakewood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 66223?
5 public schools are located in 66223.
What percentage of students in 66223 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 66223 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66223?
66223 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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