Serving 457 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 44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wanamaker Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Wanamaker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wanamaker Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wanamaker Elementary School's ranking?
Wanamaker Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,280 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
457 students attend Wanamaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wanamaker Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wanamaker Elementary School?
Wanamaker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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