For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 545 students in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Central Topeka 2 is Whitson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS include Whitson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka?
the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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