500 Reach serves 76 students in grades 12.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
500 Reach ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
500 Reach's student population of 76 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of 500 Reach is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
36%
7%
White
14%
60%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
6%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of 500 Reach?
The graduation rate of 500 Reach is 15-19%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend 500 Reach?
76 students attend 500 Reach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of 500 Reach students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does 500 Reach offer ?
500 Reach offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 500 Reach part of?
500 Reach is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is 500 Reach located?
500 Reach is located in the Victory Hills neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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