Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (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 308 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Park Central ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Central is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1246 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
22%
Black
19%
7%
White
20%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Central's ranking?
Highland Park Central is ranked #1246 out of 1,280 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 29% KS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Central?
308 students attend Highland Park Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Highland Park Central students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Central?
Highland Park Central has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Park Central offer ?
Highland Park Central offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Park Central part of?
Highland Park Central is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Central located?
Highland Park Central is located in the Central Highland Park neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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