Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Park Central ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Park Central's student population of 326 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park Central ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Central is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1197 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
37%
21%
Black
22%
6%
White
25%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Central's ranking?
Highland Park Central is ranked #1197 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Highland Park Central often compared to?
Highland Park Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Elmont Elementary School, Farley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Central?
326 students attend Highland Park Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highland Park Central students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Central?
Highland Park Central has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Park Central offer ?
Highland Park Central offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Park Central part of?
Highland Park Central is part of Topeka Public Schools School District.
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