Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Randolph Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randolph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Randolph Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Randolph Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Randolph Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#570 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
15%
7%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randolph Elementary School's ranking?
Randolph Elementary School is ranked #570 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Randolph Elementary School often compared to?
Randolph Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Randolph Elementary School?
359 students attend Randolph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Randolph Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Randolph Elementary School?
Randolph Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Randolph Elementary School offer ?
Randolph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Randolph Elementary School part of?
Randolph Elementary School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Randolph Elementary School located?
Randolph Elementary School is located in the Randolph neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2008
I have a kindergartener at Randolph and am quite impressed with the teachers and principle. They have program were they have the fifth graders mentor the kindergarteners. It really works great. Also music and PE everyday. My daughter really loves it there and made the transition with flying colors. Mrs. Bartley is a great teacher!! Academics and honor program are great.
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