STATE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

State Street Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Topeka Public Schools school district, located in Topeka, KS with about 492 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, State Street Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

State Street Elementary is a public school located in Topeka, Kansas, serving students as part of the Topeka Public Schools district (USD 501). Situated in the Oakland neighborhood of North Topeka, the school focuses on providing a foundational education for elementary-aged children. As part of a larger urban school district, State Street emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development, striving to prepare students for the transition to middle school within the district’s comprehensive educational framework.

Like many schools within the Topeka Public Schools system, State Street Elementary is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that addresses the diverse needs of its local community. The school utilizes the district’s curriculum standards and resources to support student achievement, while often participating in district-wide initiatives aimed at literacy, numeracy, and community engagement. For families looking for specific information regarding enrollment, extracurricular activities, or school-specific policies, the district’s official website serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and resources.

For more information, contact State Street Elem at (785) 235-7280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.