For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,463 students in 66604, KS.
The top ranked public preschools in 66604, KS are Mccarter Elementary School, Whitson Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 66604 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 66604, KS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66604, KS Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccarter Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5512 Sw 16th St
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4660
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4660
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Whitson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1725 Sw Arnold Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4570
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4570
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Randolph Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 Sw Randolph Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4480
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4480
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Lowman Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Sw Garfield Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 235-7060
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 235-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
66604, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 66604, KS?
The top ranked public preschools in 66604, KS include Mccarter Elementary School, Whitson Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 66604?
4 public preschools are located in 66604.
What is the racial composition of students in 66604?
66604 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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