School Overview
Highland Park High School, located at 2424 SE California Ave in Topeka, Kansas, is a core institution within the Topeka Public Schools (USD 501) district. As a comprehensive secondary school, it serves a diverse student population, aiming to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. The school emphasizes academic growth while fostering a sense of community pride, often characterized by its "Scot" mascot and a strong focus on school spirit and student engagement.

Beyond its standard academic curriculum, Highland Park High offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student organizations, which are central to the school’s culture. The institution works closely with the broader Topeka community to provide students with resources and support services intended to improve graduation rates and career readiness. For those seeking specific information regarding course offerings, enrollment procedures, or district policies, the school’s official website at [http://www.topekapublicschools.net](http://www.topekapublicschools.net) serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and resources.
857
Total Students
53.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highland Park High
Demographic Student Count
White180
Hispanic382
Black192
Two or More96
American Indian4
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    382 (44.6 %)
  • Black
    192 (22.4 %)
  • White
    180 (21.0 %)
  • Two or More
    96 (11.2 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Topeka Public Schools
Phone: (785)274-6000
Website: http://www.topekapublicschools.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 857
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 608
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 64
Grades Taught
Grade 9 213
Grade 10 233
Grade 11 210
Grade 12 201

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Highland Park High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9213
Grade 10233
Grade 11210
Grade 12201
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Highland Park High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female44251.6%
Male41548.4%