For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,892 students in 66604, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 384 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 66604, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66604, KS are Mccarter Elementary School, Whitson Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66604 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66604, KS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66604, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccarter Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5512 Sw 16th St
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4660
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4660
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Whitson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1725 Sw Arnold Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4570
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4570
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Randolph Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 Sw Randolph Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4480
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4480
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Lowman Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Sw Garfield Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 235-7060
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 235-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Topeka West High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Sw Fairlawn Rd
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4000
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Hope Street Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Sw Hope Street
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4280
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4280
Gr: 10-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Robinson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1125 Sw 14th St
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 295-3770
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 295-3770
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66604, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66604, KS include Mccarter Elementary School, Whitson Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66604?
7 public schools are located in 66604.
What percentage of students in 66604 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 66604 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66604?
66604 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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