Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wanamaker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wanamaker Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wanamaker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wanamaker Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#313 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
5%
7%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wanamaker Elementary School's ranking?
Wanamaker Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wanamaker Elementary School often compared to?
Wanamaker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills Elementary School, Farley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wanamaker Elementary School?
484 students attend Wanamaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wanamaker Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wanamaker Elementary School?
Wanamaker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wanamaker Elementary School offer ?
Wanamaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wanamaker Elementary School part of?
Wanamaker Elementary School is part of Auburn Washburn School District.
In what neighborhood is Wanamaker Elementary School located?
Wanamaker Elementary School is located in the West Southwest 2 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in West Southwest 2.
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