Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Indian Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Hills Elementary serves the north part of Topeka, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Hills Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Hills Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Hills Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wanamaker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Hills Elementary School?
440 students attend Indian Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Indian Hills Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Hills Elementary School?
Indian Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Hills Elementary School offer ?
Indian Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Hills Elementary School part of?
Indian Hills Elementary School is part of Auburn-Washburn School District.
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