Washburn Rural High School is a public high school located in southwest Topeka, Kansas, operated by Auburn–Washburn USD 437, and serves students in grades 9–12. The school is next to Washburn Rural Middle School. In 2007, Edward Raines became the new principal.
Serving 1,878 students in grades 9-12, Washburn Rural 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 27% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn Rural High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Washburn Rural High School's student population of 1,878 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,878 students
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1918
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring, challenging, and preparing every child, every day.
School Rankings
Washburn Rural 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 Washburn Rural High School is 0.46, which is less 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
#719 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
72%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Junior Blues
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn Rural High School's ranking?
Washburn Rural High School is ranked #719 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Washburn Rural High School often compared to?
Washburn Rural High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaman High School, Topeka West High School, Shawnee Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn Rural High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn Rural High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washburn Rural High School?
1,878 students attend Washburn Rural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Washburn Rural High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washburn Rural High School?
Washburn Rural High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washburn Rural High School offer ?
Washburn Rural High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washburn Rural High School part of?
Washburn Rural High School is part of Auburn-Washburn School District.
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