Topeka West High

2001 SW Fairlawn Rd
Topeka, KS 66604

www.topekapublicschools.net/

1,085 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

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/).

1,085

Total Students

65.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

50.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Topeka West High
Demographic	Student Count
White	497
Hispanic	231
Black	165
Asian	11
Two or More	173
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	2

White
497 (45.8 %)
Hispanic
231 (21.3 %)
Two or More
173 (15.9 %)
Black
165 (15.2 %)
Asian
11 (1.0 %)
American Indian
6 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2 %)

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)438-4000
Website:	http://www.topekapublicschools.net/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,085
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	65.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	428
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	118

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 277

Grade 10 303

Grade 11 260

Grade 12 245