Serving 971 students in grades 9-12, Topeka West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Topeka West High serves the western part of Topeka, KS, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Typical drives to the school are between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 1.9 miles and the furthest edge located 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Topeka West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Topeka West High School's student population of 971 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
971 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage students in the highest quality of learning • Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship • Inspire excellence for a lifetime
School Rankings
Topeka West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Topeka West High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1043 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Topeka West High School's ranking?
Topeka West High School is ranked #1043 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Topeka West High School often compared to?
Topeka West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topeka High School, Washburn Rural High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Topeka West High School?
The graduation rate of Topeka West High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Topeka West High School?
971 students attend Topeka West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Topeka West High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Topeka West High School?
Topeka West High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Topeka West High School offer ?
Topeka West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Topeka West High School part of?
Topeka West High School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Topeka West High School located?
Topeka West High School is located in the West Southwest 3 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 3 other public schools located in West Southwest 3.
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