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#65 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 45% of private schools
Hayden Catholic High School
High School
401 SW GAGE BLVD, Topeka, KS 66606
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#65 of 142
In Topeka
#6 of 10
public schools
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Hayden Catholic High School
High School in Topeka · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hayden Catholic High School
Hayden Catholic High School is a private high school in Topeka, KS. Hayden Catholic High School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hayden Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- KS avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Hayden Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Hayden Catholic High School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Topeka, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hayden Catholic High School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Capital City | 5.6 |
| Hope Street Charter Academy | 4.2 |
| Topeka West High | 4.9 |
| Topeka High | 4.9 |
| Lawrence Gardner High School | 4.1 |
| Highland Park High | 3.6 |
| Avondale Academy | — |
| Seaman High | 4.5 |
| Washburn Rural High | 5.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in KS.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in KS
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
401 SW GAGE BLVD, Topeka, KS 66606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hayden Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Capital City (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Topeka West High (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Topeka High (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Topeka, see our Topeka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Capital City Topeka | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Landon Middle School Topeka | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| TOPEKA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Topeka | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Whitson Elem Topeka | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| MOST PURE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Topeka | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Randolph Elem Topeka | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Hope Street Charter Academy Topeka | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Lowman Hill Elem Topeka | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| McCarter Elem Topeka | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| TOPEKA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Topeka | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Topeka West High Topeka | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CAIR PARAVEL LATIN SCHOOL Topeka | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CAIR PARAVEL LATIN SCHOOL Topeka | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MATER DEI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Topeka | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Meadows Elementary Topeka | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Robinson Middle School Topeka | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Topeka High Topeka | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| McClure Elem Topeka | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| McEachron Elem Topeka | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Wanamaker Elem Topeka | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,862
Median Home Value
$115,100
Median Rent
$1,052/mo
Population
10,177
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bluestem Jr/Sr High Leon, KS | 6.5 |
| Burlington High Burlington, KS | 6.5 |
| Medicine Lodge Jr/Sr High School Medicine Lodge, KS | 6.5 |
| Andale High Andale, KS | 6.6 |
| Cherryvale Sr / Middle School Cherryvale, KS | 6.4 |
| Council Grove Junior Senior High School Council Grove, KS | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hayden Catholic High School
What grades does Hayden Catholic High School serve?
Hayden Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hayden Catholic High School?
Hayden Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hayden Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hayden Catholic High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hayden Catholic High School rank in KS?
Hayden Catholic High School ranks #65 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Hayden Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hayden Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hayden Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Hayden Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hayden Catholic High School a religious school?
Hayden Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Shawnee County
- Phone
- (785) 272-5210
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