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Best Gardner Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,201 students in Gardner, KS.
The top-ranked public preschools in Gardner, KS are Nike Elementary School, Gardner Elementary School and Grand Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gardner, KS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Gardner have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Gardner, KS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nike Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
19500 S. Gardner Road
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3000
Gr: PK-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Gardner Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
218 E Shawnee
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3300
Gr: PK-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Grand Star Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
401 East Grand Street
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3750
Gr: PK-4 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
800 W. Madison St.
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-0400
Gr: PK-4 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Sunflower Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
775 North Center
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3700
Gr: PK-4 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Moonlight Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
17960 S Moonlight Road
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3100
Gr: PK-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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Gardner, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Nike Intermediate (Closed 2008)
19500 S. Gardner Rd.
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-3000
Gr: 5-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Gardner, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Gardner, KS include Nike Elementary School, Gardner Elementary School and Grand Star Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Gardner?
6 public preschools are located in Gardner.
What is the racial composition of students in Gardner?
Gardner public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Gardner are often viewed compared to one another?

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