Prairie Creek Elementary School

17077 W 165TH ST OLATHE KS 66062

About Prairie Creek Elementary School

Prairie Creek Elementary in Olathe is considered as a high-quality Elementary School in Kansas. The school serves approximately 508 students in kindergarten through fifth grade, and it is very high achieving in terms of academics. Prairie Creek Elementary has won multiple Kansas Standard of Excellence awards in reading, math, science, and writing, along with several Governor's Achievement Awards. The school has enrichment programs in art, music, band, orchestra, physical education (PE), media, and a greenhouse program, all while using technology with laptops and interactive tools.

The demographics report that Prairie Creek Elementary is about 84% White and has a low economic disadvantage rate of 6.7%. The families can easily find information about hours and calendars on the district's website to help busy parents to stay involved with their children at Prairie Creek Elementary School.

Contact Information

Address

17077 W 165TH ST OLATHE KS 66062

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Phone

(913) 592-7255

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
29
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
43
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
439
Total Students
$40535
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP [percent] IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Prairie Creek Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

7

of 10 in kansas

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM - 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 83.4%
Asian 3.4%
Hispanic 7.5%
Black 1.6%
Two+ Races 3.6%
Native Am. 1%
White
83.4%
Asian
3.4%
Hispanic
7.5%
Black
1.6%
Two+ Races
3.6%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 439
48.5%
213 Female
51.5%
226 Male

Student Population

439 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

437 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

1. What factors should a parent consider upon selecting the most suitable elementary school for their child?

Interest in academics, the caliber of teachers, opportunities for extracurricular programming, safety, location, school facilities, and what other parents have said about the program are areas of interest when identifying a school that supports your child's learning style, interests, and overall growth and holistic development.


2. Where can I locate Prairie Creek Elementary School’s academic calendar?

You can find Prairie Creek Elementary School’s calendar that includes term dates, holidays, and events the official website or by calling and finding out from the main office of the school.


3. What curriculum does Prairie Creek Elementary School follow?

Prairie Creek Elementary School employs a curriculum that is approved within the district for reading, math, science, and social studies. They also have additional programs that enrich the curriculum by supporting students to think creatively, like a problem-solver, and use critical thinking skills.


4. What technology or digital tools do students use at Prairie Creek Elementary School?

The students use Chromebooks, interactive white boards, educational apps, online learning platforms, etc. These digital tools are used to enhance lessons in a collaborative way, while also developing their digital literacy.


5. How can parents be involved in Prairie Creek Elementary School activities and events?

Parents can be involved in a number of ways. They can volunteer, in the classroom, be part of the PTO, assist with fundraisers and events, and chaperone field trips - basically, there are many means to contribute. Being involved in this way means that you are supporting your child’s learning and development, and at the same time, you are providing opportunities for the school to develop a greater sense of community.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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James and the Giant Peach

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The Secret Language of Birds

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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