Serving 1,085 students in grades 9-12, Topeka West 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 17% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,085 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Topeka West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Topeka West High School's student population of 1,085 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,085 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Topeka West 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 Topeka West High School is 0.70, 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
#958 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
15%
7%
White
46%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Topeka West High School's ranking?
Topeka West High School is ranked #958 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Topeka West High School often compared to?
Topeka West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topeka High School, Washburn Rural High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Topeka West High School?
The graduation rate of Topeka West High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Topeka West High School?
1,085 students attend Topeka West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Topeka West High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Topeka West High School?
Topeka West High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Topeka West High School offer ?
Topeka West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Topeka West High School part of?
Topeka West High School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Topeka West High School located?
Topeka West High School is located in the West Southwest 3 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 3 other public schools located in West Southwest 3.
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