For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,165 students in Paola, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Paola, KS are Sunflower Elementary School and Paola Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paola, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Paola have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Paola, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 E 303rd St
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8040
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8040
Gr: 3-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Paola Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 Hospital Drive
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
709 N. Hedge Lane
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8050
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8050
Gr: PK-2 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Paola, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Paola, KS include Sunflower Elementary School and Paola Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Paola?
3 public elementary schools are located in Paola.
What is the racial composition of students in Paola?
Paola public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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