High Schools in Topeka Public Schools

The Topeka Public Schools district in Kansas is home to 5 high schools serving students in grades 9-12. These schools vary significantly in their academic performance, with Topeka West High emerging as the highest-performing school in the district, while Capital City and Highland Park High struggle to meet state standards.

Topeka West High stands out with its strong test scores, particularly in 10th grade English Language Arts (24.77% proficiency) and Mathematics (21.54% proficiency), significantly outperforming the district and state averages. In contrast, Capital City and Highland Park High struggle, with 0% proficiency in both subjects. The district's overall low performance, with all schools scoring below the state averages, highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to address equity and resource allocation issues.

The data also reveals interesting insights about the district's schools. Hope Street Charter Academy, a public charter school, stands out with its very low student-teacher ratio of 5.5, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. However, the school's academic performance is mixed, with 0% proficiency in 10th grade math but 20% proficiency in 10th grade English Language Arts. The small enrollment and high per-student spending at Capital City do not appear to translate into better academic outcomes, raising questions about the effectiveness of small, high-cost schools in the district.