Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Lane 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
Meadow Lane Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Meadow Lane Elementary — home of the Mustangs!
School Rankings
Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Lane Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 1269 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School?
349 students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Meadow Lane Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Lane Elementary School?
Meadow Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadow Lane Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Lane Elementary School part of?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
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