Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wanamaker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wanamaker Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Topeka, KS, covering an area of approximately 17.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wanamaker Elementary School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wanamaker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wanamaker Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#282 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Wanamaker Elementary School's ranking?
Wanamaker Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wanamaker Elementary School often compared to?
Wanamaker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills Elementary School, Farley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wanamaker Elementary School?
475 students attend Wanamaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wanamaker Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wanamaker Elementary School?
Wanamaker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wanamaker Elementary School offer ?
Wanamaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wanamaker Elementary School part of?
Wanamaker Elementary School is part of Auburn-Washburn School District.
In what neighborhood is Wanamaker Elementary School located?
Wanamaker Elementary School is located in the West Southwest 2 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in West Southwest 2.
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