For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,486 students in 66617, KS.
The top ranked public schools in 66617, KS are North Fairview, Northern Hills Elementary School and Seaman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66617 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66617, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66617, KS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Fairview
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1941 Ne 39th
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8500
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8500
Grades: K-6
| 303 students
Rank: #22.
Northern Hills Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5620 Nw Topeka Blvd
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-2992
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-2992
Grades: K-6
| 376 students
Rank: #33.
Seaman Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5530 Nw Topeka
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8400
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8400
Grades: 7-8
| 564 students
Rank: #44.
Seaman High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4850 Rochester Rd
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8300
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,243 students
66617, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4303 Ne Indian Creek Rd
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8470
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8470
Grades: PK-6
| 218 students
5620 N Topeka Ave
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8400
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8400
Grades: 7-9
| 473 students
5830 N W Topeka Ave
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8510
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8510
Grades: K-6
| 286 students
3421 Rochester Rd
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8530
Topeka, KS 66617
(785) 286-8530
Grades: K-6
| 204 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66617, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66617, KS include North Fairview, Northern Hills Elementary School and Seaman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 66617, KS?
4 public schools are located in 66617, KS.
What is the racial composition of students in 66617, KS?
66617, KS public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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