SHAWANOE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shawanoe Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Shawnee Mission Pub Sch school district, located in Shawnee Mission, KS with about 512 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Shawanoe Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shawanoe Elementary School is a public school located in Shawnee, Kansas, serving students within the Shawnee Mission School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic and personal growth of its diverse student population. With a commitment to the district’s mission, Shawanoe emphasizes essential literacy and numeracy skills while integrating modern technology and hands-on learning experiences to prepare students for success in an evolving educational landscape.

Beyond its core curriculum, Shawanoe Elementary places a strong emphasis on community engagement and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on maintaining active partnerships with families and the surrounding Shawnee community to create a holistic support system for its students. Through a variety of extracurricular activities and a dedicated staff, the school works to ensure that every child feels valued, safe, and encouraged to reach their full potential within a collaborative and nurturing school culture.

For more information, contact Shawanoe Elem at (913) 993-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.