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#106 of 142 private schools in KS

Most Pure Heart of Mary School

Elementary School

1750 SW STONE AVE, Topeka, KS 66604

Private

Enrollment

363

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kansas private schools

#106 of 142

In Topeka

#10 of 10

public schools

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Most Pure Heart of Mary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Topeka · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Whitson Elem

8.6/10

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4.2/10

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About Most Pure Heart of Mary School

Most Pure Heart of Mary School is a private elementary school in Topeka, KS. Most Pure Heart of Mary School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Most Pure Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 142 private schools in KS.

How it compares1.6 pts below KS schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Most Pure Heart of Mary 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

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How Most Pure Heart of Mary School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Topeka, KS

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
363
This School
vs
411
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 11% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Most Pure Heart of Mary School Topeka Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Most Pure Heart of Mary School (this school) 5.3
Whitson Elem 8.6
Randolph Elem 6.6
McCarter Elem 7.7
Lowman Hill Elem 7.5
Robinson Middle School 6.4
McEachron Elem 6.2
McClure Elem 6.8
Landon Middle School 7.0
Capital City 5.6
Jardine Elementary 7.8
Jardine Middle School 6.2
Marjorie French Middle School 7.5
Williams Science and Fine Arts Magnet School 6.5
Meadows Elementary 7.4
Wanamaker Elem 7.2
Highland Park Central 6.2
Farley Elementary 7.6
Avondale Academy
Ross Elementary 5.6
Eisenhower Middle School 4.0

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Topeka

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,168
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 363
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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)

White 81.5%
Hispanic 11.0%
Black 4.1%
Asian 1.7%
Native American 1.4%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1750 SW STONE AVE, Topeka, KS 66604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Most Pure Heart of Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitson Elem (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOPEKA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jardine Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Topeka, see our Topeka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Whitson Elem Topeka 0.1 mi 8.6
Hope Street Charter Academy Topeka 0.7 mi 4.2
Randolph Elem Topeka 0.7 mi 6.6
TOPEKA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Topeka 0.9 mi 8.2
McEachron Elem Topeka 1.6 mi 6.2
Topeka West High Topeka 1.4 mi 4.9
Lowman Hill Elem Topeka 1.6 mi 7.5
HAYDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Topeka 1.9 mi 6.5
McCarter Elem Topeka 1.5 mi 7.7
Capital City Topeka 1.9 mi 5.6
TOPEKA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Topeka 1.8 mi 6.3
Jardine Elementary Topeka 1.9 mi 7.8
Jardine Middle School Topeka 1.9 mi 6.2
McClure Elem Topeka 1.7 mi 6.8
Robinson Middle School Topeka 1.6 mi 6.4
Landon Middle School Topeka 1.8 mi 7.0
MATER DEI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Topeka 2.0 mi 7.4
Marjorie French Middle School Topeka 2.4 mi 7.5
CAIR PARAVEL LATIN SCHOOL Topeka 2.2 mi 5.9
CAIR PARAVEL LATIN SCHOOL Topeka 2.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,690

Median Home Value

$126,600

Median Rent

$1,032/mo

Population

22,876

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

15.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Most Pure Heart of Mary School

What grades does Most Pure Heart of Mary School serve?

Most Pure Heart of Mary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Most Pure Heart of Mary School?

Most Pure Heart of Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Most Pure Heart of Mary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Most Pure Heart of Mary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Most Pure Heart of Mary School rank in KS?

Most Pure Heart of Mary School ranks #106 of 142 private schools in KS.

What is Most Pure Heart of Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Most Pure Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Most Pure Heart of Mary School a private school?

Yes, Most Pure Heart of Mary 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 Most Pure Heart of Mary School a religious school?

Most Pure Heart of Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
363
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
160 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Shawnee County

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