For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 545 students in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS.
The top ranked public schools in Central Topeka 2 are Whitson Elementary School and Stout Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 九游体育s in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whitson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1725 Sw Arnold Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4570
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4570
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #22.
Stout Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2303 Sw College Ave
Topeka, KS 66611
(785) 438-4710
Topeka, KS 66611
(785) 438-4710
Grades: PK-5
| 153 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS?
The top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka, KS include Whitson Elementary School and Stout Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka?
the neighborhood of Central Topeka 2, Topeka public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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