At a glance
Reported students
1,578
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
107.58
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kansas high enrollment
94th percentile
Compared with 369 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
406.5
Topeka High: 1,578 reported students.
State peer staffing position
83rd percentile
14.7:1 reported; state peer median 11:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,503
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106.29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.1:1
What the reported data says about Topeka High
Topeka High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Topeka. It is one of 27 current school records connected to Topeka Public Schools. NCES reports 1,578 students for 2024–25.
Among 369 high schools in Kansas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 183 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 94th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.7:1, above the Kansas median of 11:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (42.8%) and White (31.7%). English learners represent 11% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Topeka High
- 1How do the reported 14.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 107.58 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 67.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White31.7%
- Hispanic42.8%
- Black11.5%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial12.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Topeka Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Topeka West High
High · Grades 09–12
971 reported students
Highland Park High
High · Grades 09–12
835 reported students
Hope Street Charter Academy
High · Grades 10–12
103 reported students
Avondale Academy
High · Grades 06–12
23 reported students
Capital City
High · Grades 06–12
0 reported students
Jardine Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
729 reported students
Public schools near Topeka High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital City High · Topeka Public Schools | 06–12 | 0 | 1.5 mi |
| Highland Park High High · Topeka Public Schools | 09–12 | 835 | 2.6 mi |
| Hope Street Charter Academy High · Charter · Topeka Public Schools | 10–12 | 103 | 2.8 mi |
| Lawrence Gardner High School High · Department of Corrections | 07–12 | 111 | 3.3 mi |
| Topeka West High High · Topeka Public Schools | 09–12 | 971 | 3.5 mi |
| Avondale Academy High · Topeka Public Schools | 06–12 | 23 | 3.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Topeka High
What grades does Topeka High serve?
Topeka High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Topeka Public Schools.
How many students attend Topeka High?
Topeka High reported 1,578 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 94th percentile among 369 Kansas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,503 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Topeka High?
The calculated ratio is 14.7:1, based on 1,578 students and 107.58 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kansas median for the same school level is 11:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Topeka High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Topeka High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Topeka Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Topeka High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
67.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Topeka High in?
Topeka High is part of Topeka Public Schools, based in Topeka, KS, which operates 27 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Topeka High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Capital City (1.5 mi), Highland Park High (2.6 mi), Hope Street Charter Academy (2.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.