Roesland Elem

4900 Parish Dr
Shawnee Mission, KS 66205

www.smsd.org/Schools/roesland/

358 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Roesland Elementary School, located at 4900 Parish Drive in Roeland Park, Kansas, is a key part of the Shawnee Mission School District. The school serves a diverse community and is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. As a neighborhood-focused institution, Roesland emphasizes academic growth and character development, aiming to prepare students for success both within the classroom and as active members of the broader community.

The school benefits from the resources and standardized curriculum of the Shawnee Mission School District, which prioritizes innovation, technology integration, and personalized learning. Beyond academics, Roesland is noted for its collaborative spirit, frequently engaging families and local stakeholders to create a well-rounded educational experience. For families interested in the school’s current programs, specific academic outcomes, or enrollment details, the district’s official website provides comprehensive resources and updates on the school’s daily operations and strategic goals.

358

Total Students

23.8

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

44.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Roesland Elem
Demographic	Student Count
White	192
Hispanic	96
Black	39
Asian	9
Two or More	22

White
192 (53.6 %)
Hispanic
96 (26.8 %)
Black
39 (10.9 %)
Two or More
22 (6.1 %)
Asian
9 (2.5 %)

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)993-4700
Website:	http://www.smsd.org/Schools/roesland/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	358
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	126
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 22

Kindergarten 51

Grade 1 60

Grade 2 47

Grade 3 43

Grade 4 47

Grade 5 50

Grade 6 38