For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,980 students in 66203, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 401 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 66203, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66203, KS are Bluejacket-flint, Merriam Park Elementary School and Nieman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66203 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66203, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66203, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bluejacket-flint
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11615 W 49th Ter
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-2000
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-2000
Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Merriam Park Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6100 Mastin St
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-3600
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Nieman Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10917 W 67th St
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-4000
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-4000
Gr: PK-6 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Hocker Grove Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10400 Johnson Dr
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-0200
Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 993-0200
Gr: 7-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66203, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66203, KS include Bluejacket-flint, Merriam Park Elementary School and Nieman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66203?
4 public schools are located in 66203.
What percentage of students in 66203 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 66203 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66203?
66203 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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