School Overview
John Diemer Elementary School is a public school located in Overland Park, Kansas, serving students within the Shawnee Mission School District. As a neighborhood school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and a supportive community environment. The school is known for its commitment to inclusive learning, offering a variety of programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student population while fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond by emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, John Diemer provides various opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities and enrichment programs that encourage creativity and social growth. By utilizing the resources of the Shawnee Mission School District, the school maintains a strong focus on utilizing modern technology and effective teaching practices to ensure that every student has the tools necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.
401
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Diemer Elem
Demographic Student Count
White257
Hispanic75
Black20
Asian14
Two or More33
American Indian2
  • White
    257 (64.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    75 (18.7 %)
  • Two or More
    33 (8.2 %)
  • Black
    20 (5.0 %)
  • Asian
    14 (3.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Shawnee Mission Pub Sch
Phone: (913)993-3100
Website: http://www.smsd.org/Schools/diemer/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 401
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 108
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 2
Kindergarten 60
Grade 1 50
Grade 2 62
Grade 3 47
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 60
Grade 6 62

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John Diemer Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten2
Kindergarten60
Grade 150
Grade 262
Grade 347
Grade 458
Grade 560
Grade 662
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John Diemer Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20150.1%
Male20049.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)