Best 66047 Kansas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,085 students in 66047, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66047, KS are Sunflower Elementary School and Lawrence Southwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66047 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66047, KS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best 66047, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2521 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5870
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Southwest Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2511 Inverness Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66047, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66047, KS include Sunflower Elementary School and Lawrence Southwest Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66047?
2 public elementary schools are located in 66047.
What is the racial composition of students in 66047?
66047 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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