Washburn Rural Middle School

www.wrms.net

966 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Washburn Rural Middle School (WRMS), located in Topeka, Kansas, serves as a key component of the Auburn-Washburn Unified School District 437. The school provides a comprehensive educational experience for students in grades 7 and 8, focusing on academic rigor, personal growth, and social development. With a strong commitment to preparing students for the transition to high school, WRMS utilizes a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards while fostering a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic offerings, Washburn Rural Middle School is known for promoting a well-rounded student experience through a diverse range of extracurricular activities. The school provides various athletic programs, clubs, and fine arts opportunities, allowing students to explore their interests and build teamwork skills outside of the classroom. By emphasizing both scholastic achievement and community engagement, WRMS strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to succeed and contribute positively to the school culture.

966

Total Students

80.8

Full-Time Teachers

12.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

36.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washburn Rural Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	703
Hispanic	102
Black	43
Asian	34
Two or More	82
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
703 (72.8%)
Hispanic
102 (10.6%)
Two or More
82 (8.5%)
Black
43 (4.5%)
Asian
34 (3.5%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Auburn-Washburn
Phone:	(785)339-4300
Website:	http://www.wrms.net
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	966
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	80.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	298
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	57

* 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 7 449

Grade 8 517