Topeka Public Schools School District
School District · Topeka, Kansas
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
26
14 elem, 6 mid, 5 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,935
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
26
14 elem, 6 mid, 5 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,935
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
How this district compares
Kansas rank
#182 of 279
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Kansas avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,935
+$2,681 vs Kansas median
District size
12,601 students
Much larger than Kansas median
About Topeka Public Schools
Topeka Public Schools is a Topeka, Kansas school district serving 26 schools. The district educates 12,601 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. The district invests $17,935 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Topeka Public Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mcclure Elem, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Topeka Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 21.1% and ELA proficiency of 23.4%.
The district includes 14 elementary schools , 6 middle schools , and 5 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Topeka Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Topeka Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Topeka Public Schools
26 schools Elementary Schools 14
Middle Schools 6
High Schools 5
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kansas
- City
- Topeka
- Total Enrollment
- 12,601
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,022
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Topeka Public Schools?
Topeka Public Schools has 26 schools in total — 14 elementary, 6 middle, and 5 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Topeka Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Topeka Public Schools is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Topeka Public Schools?
Topeka Public Schools spends $17,935 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Topeka Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Topeka Public Schools is 12.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Topeka Public Schools?
Mcclure Elem is the highest-rated school in Topeka Public Schools with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Topeka Public Schools?
Across schools in Topeka Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 21.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 23.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Topeka Public Schools compare to other districts in Kansas?
Topeka Public Schools has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 26 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kansas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 21.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 23.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in KS
Compare Topeka Public Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Wichita (87)
- Olathe (52)
- Shawnee Mission Pub Sch (45)
- Kansas City (43)
- Blue Valley (37)
- Garden City (18)
- Lawrence (18)
- Geary County Schools (15)
- Manhattan-ogden (14)
- Derby (13)
- De Soto (13)
- Salina (13)
- Goddard (12)
- Maize (12)
- Andover (11)
- Dodge City (11)
- Gardner Edgerton (11)
- Spring Hill (11)
- Hutchinson Public Schools (10)
- Auburn-washburn (9)
- Haysville (9)
- Arkansas City (8)
- Emporia (8)
- Leavenworth (8)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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