Topeka West High

2001 SW Fairlawn Rd
Topeka, KS 66604

www.topekapublicschools.net/

971 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/).

971

Total Students

72.9

Full-Time Teachers

13.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

56.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Topeka West High
Demographic	Student Count
White	424
Hispanic	245
Black	130
Asian	9
Two or More	156
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	3

White
424 (43.7%)
Hispanic
245 (25.2%)
Two or More
156 (16.1%)
Black
130 (13.4%)
Asian
9 (0.9%)
American Indian
4 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.3%)

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:	971
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	72.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.3
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 9 280

Grade 10 238

Grade 11 228

Grade 12 225