TOPEKA WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Topeka West High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Topeka Public Schools school district, located in Topeka, KS with about 1,018 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 81 teachers, Topeka West High 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.
Topeka West High School, located in Topeka, Kansas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Topeka Public Schools district (USD 501). Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous coursework, career-technical education, and various extracurricular programs. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive community culture that encourages students to excel not only in the classroom but also in athletics, the arts, and community service.
The school operates with a focus on modern pedagogical standards, leveraging its location in the capital city to provide students with unique learning opportunities and resources. By prioritizing student engagement and holistic development, Topeka West aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates equipped with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary for the modern workforce and higher education. For more detailed information regarding their specific curriculum, athletic schedules, or district policies, you can visit their official website at [http://www.topekapublicschools.net/](http://www.topekapublicschools.net/).
For more information, contact Topeka West High at (785) 438-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Topeka, KS 66604-3598
(785) 438-4000
TOPEKA WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Topeka, KS with about 1,018 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Topeka Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,018
- Teachers:
- 81.6
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,018 students
- White
- 51.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.1%
- Black or African American
- 13.3%
- Two or more races
- 10.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.