Best Schools in Roeland Park, Kansas
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Roeland Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Roesland Elem
Elementary · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$341,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$341,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Roeland Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roesland Elem | 8.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $100,139
- Median home value
- $341,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 67%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Roeland Park compares
Kansas rank
#8 of 138
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.1
above Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$100k
139% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
3
Shawnee Mission Pub Sch runs Roeland Park's public schools
1 public school. Shawnee Mission Pub Sch is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Roeland Park is a Shawnee Mission Pub Sch school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Roeland Park, Kansas
Roeland Park, Kansas is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Roeland Park perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Roeland Park is Roesland Elem with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Roeland Park is served by 1 school district: Shawnee Mission Pub Sch. These districts collectively serve 26,464 students.
Roeland Park's community shows 67% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,139. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 351 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 321 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horizon AcademyPrivate 108 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Roeland Park
Roeland Park, Kansas · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,139
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,639/mo
Population
13,728
College Educated
67%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Roeland Park has a median household income of $100,139. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $341,500, with a median rent of $1,639/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Roeland Park, Kansas
How many schools are in Roeland Park, Kansas?
Roeland Park has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Roeland Park, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Roeland Park is 7.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Roeland Park, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Roeland Park on MySchoolScout is Roesland Elem with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Roeland Park, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Roeland Park on MySchoolScout is Roesland Elem with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Roeland Park, Kansas?
Roeland Park is served by 1 school district: Shawnee Mission Pub Sch.
What is the education level in Roeland Park, Kansas?
According to Census data, 67% of adults in Roeland Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Roeland Park, Kansas?
The median household income in Roeland Park is approximately $100,139 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Roeland Park, Kansas?
Yes, Roeland Park has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Horizon Academy with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Roeland Park, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Roeland Park is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Roeland Park, Kansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.