Excellent
#146 of 1,294 schools in KS
Top 11% in state
Briarwood Elem
Elementary School · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch
5300 W. 86th St, Prairie Village, KS 66207
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#146 of 1,294
In Prairie Village
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 44
Shawnee Mission Pub Sch
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Briarwood Elem
Briarwood Elem is a public elementary school in Prairie Village, KS, part of Shawnee Mission Pub Sch. Briarwood Elem serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Briarwood Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Briarwood Elem show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- KS avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Briarwood Elem — Students at Briarwood Elem score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Briarwood Elem Compares
See how Briarwood Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5300 W. 86th St, Prairie Village, KS 66207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briarwood Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trailwood Elem (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Overland Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Santa Fe Trail Elem (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Overland Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Overland Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Prairie Village, see our Prairie Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Overland Park | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Corinth Elem Prairie Village | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Trailwood Elem Overland Park | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Tomahawk Elem Overland Park | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Shawnee Mission East High Prairie Village | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| John Diemer Elem Overland Park | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Indian Woods Middle Overland Park | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Santa Fe Trail Elem Overland Park | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| OVERLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Overland Park | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Overland Park Elem Overland Park | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Overland Park | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Overland Park | 2.0 mi | — |
| GLOBAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prairie Village | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Overland Park | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Shawnee Mission South High Overland Park | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Prairie Elem Prairie Village | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Belinder Elem Prairie Village | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| East Antioch Elem Overland Park | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Brookwood Elem Leawood | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,381
Median Home Value
$400,600
Median Rent
$1,880/mo
Population
15,149
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
42.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amanda Arnold Elem Manhattan, KS | 8.5 |
| Frank Layden Elem Frontenac, KS | 8.5 |
| Harmony Elementary Overland Park, KS | 8.5 |
| Maize Elementary Maize, KS | 8.5 |
| Arbor Creek Elementary Olathe, KS | 8.4 |
| Basehor Elementary School Basehor, KS | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briarwood Elem
What grades does Briarwood Elem serve?
Briarwood Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Briarwood Elem?
Briarwood Elem has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarwood Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Briarwood Elem is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briarwood Elem rank in KS?
Briarwood Elem ranks #146 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Briarwood Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Briarwood Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Briarwood Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Briarwood Elem has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Briarwood Elem a charter school?
No, Briarwood Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briarwood Elem a Title I school?
No, Briarwood Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briarwood Elem?
16.4% of students at Briarwood Elem qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (913) 993-2200
Resources & Links
District
Shawnee Mission Pub Sch- District Enrollment
- 26,464
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,338
- District Rank
- #9 of 44
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