Capital City ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capital City ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
19%
7%
White
42%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital City's ranking?
Capital City is ranked #553 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Capital City often compared to?
Capital Cityis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Street Charter Academy, Highland Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital City?
The graduation rate of Capital City is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Capital City?
64 students attend Capital City.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Capital City students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Black, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Capital City offer ?
Capital City offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital City part of?
Capital City is part of Topeka Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Capital City located?
Capital City is located in the Central Topeka 1 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Topeka 1.
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