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Best Derby Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,449 students in Derby, KS.
The top-ranked public preschools in Derby, KS are Park Hill Elementary School, Stone Creek Elementary School and Tanglewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derby, KS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Derby have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Derby, KS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Hill Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1500 E Woodbrook Lane
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8095
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Stone Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3012 Triple Creek Dr
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8555
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Tanglewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
830 Ridgecrest Rd
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8565
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Derby Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2230 North Woodlawn
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8540
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Swaney Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
501 E English
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8560
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
El Paso Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
900 E Crestway
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8545
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Derby, Kansas

Derby, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Derby Sixth Grade Center (Closed 2016)
715 E Madison
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8408
Gr: 6 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Pleasantview Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1101 N Georgie
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8555
Gr: PK-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Derby, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Derby, KS include Park Hill Elementary School, Stone Creek Elementary School and Tanglewood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Derby?
6 public preschools are located in Derby.
What is the racial composition of students in Derby?
Derby public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Derby are often viewed compared to one another?

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