Silver Lake

Situated at 400 E. Pottawatomie St. in Silver Lake, Kansas, the Silver Lake public school district serves as an essential educational anchor nestled within the rural fringe of the broader Topeka metropolitan area. Operating as an active, traditional public school district independent of charter networks or supervisory union arrangements, Silver Lake manages two operational school facilities dedicated to community-centered learning. The district delivers a comprehensive academic pathway spanning from early childhood pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, offering families a continuous and stable PK–12 educational pipeline across all primary and secondary grade levels.

The district supports a cohesive student body of 710 enrolled children, balancing balanced elementary cohorts with strong secondary enrollment that culminates in a senior class of 70 students. Demographically, the student population consists of 384 male and 326 female learners, representing a student body composed predominantly of White students alongside Hispanic, multiracial, Black, Asian, and American Indian youth. To support academic achievement and individual development, Silver Lake maintains a robust staffing context that includes approximately 123 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers, nearly 20 FTE instructional aides, and over 77 FTE support staff members. With a total workforce exceeding 220 full-time equivalent personnel, the district is well-positioned to offer strong instructional oversight, dedicated classroom assistance, and comprehensive support services to its community.