Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, John Diemer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Diemer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Diemer Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Empower students through a challenging, dynamic learning environment.
School Rankings
John Diemer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Diemer Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Diemer Elementary School's ranking?
John Diemer Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are John Diemer Elementary School often compared to?
John Diemer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend John Diemer Elementary School?
411 students attend John Diemer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of John Diemer Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Diemer Elementary School?
John Diemer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Diemer Elementary School offer ?
John Diemer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Diemer Elementary School part of?
John Diemer Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Public School District.
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