For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,280 students in Topeka, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 268 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Topeka, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Topeka, IN are Westview Elementary School, Westview Jr-sr High School and Topeka Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Topeka, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Topeka have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Topeka, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1715 S 600 W
Topeka, IN 46571
(260) 768-7717
Topeka, IN 46571
(260) 768-7717
Gr: 5-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Westview Jr-sr High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1635 S 600 W
Topeka, IN 46571
(260) 768-4146
Topeka, IN 46571
(260) 768-4146
Gr: 7-12 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Topeka Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
138 School St.
Topeka, IN 46571
(260) 593-2897
Topeka, IN 46571
(260) 593-2897
Gr: K-4 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Topeka, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Topeka, IN include Westview Elementary School, Westview Jr-sr High School and Topeka Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Topeka?
3 public schools are located in Topeka.
What percentage of students in Topeka go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Topeka are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Topeka?
Topeka public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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