What grades does Rising Star Elem serve?

As a Primary school, Rising Star Elem serves students in Lenexa, KS. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Rising Star Elem located?

You can find Rising Star Elem in Lenexa, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rising Star Elem?

At Rising Star Elem, there are approximately 14.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Lenexa, KS?

Rising Star Elem is among the schools serving Lenexa, KS. The school is part of the local school system.

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Rising Star Elem — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Lenexa, Kansas|Shawnee Mission Pub Sch

Lenexa, KS 66215

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

459

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Urban

District

Shawnee Mission Pub Sch

Econ. Disadvantaged

48.8%

Phone

(913)993-4500

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

42%

68th percentile in KS

Math Proficiency

38%

74th percentile in KS

Chronic Absenteeism

15.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

12 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

462

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

33.82

97% fully certified

Psychologists

0.37

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,338

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,596

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,568

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 54%Local 39%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$316,796

+2.8% 1yr+34.6% 5yr

Kansas City, MO metro area

Community Need Level

Low

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

9.1%

Below 150% poverty line

3.1%

Unemployment rate

5.5%

Uninsured residents

3.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,294

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,962

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

833 (28%)

Speech/Language Impairment

563 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

450 (15%)

Autism

371 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

118 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

83 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

473

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Rising Star Elem

Rising Star Elem has a total enrollment of 459 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Lenexa, KS.

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