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 1,885 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 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (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 1,885 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1918
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Washburn Rural High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washburn Rural High School is 0.45, 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
#767 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Junior Blues
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn Rural High School's ranking?
Washburn Rural High School is ranked #767 out of 1,280 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 92%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washburn Rural High School?
1,885 students attend Washburn Rural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Washburn Rural High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn Rural High School?
Washburn Rural High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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