For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,750 students in 66605, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66605, KS are Shawnee Heights Elementary School, Highland Park Central and Ross Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 66605 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66605, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66605, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Heights Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2410 Se Burton Dr
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 357-5400
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 357-5400
Gr: PK-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Highland Park Central
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2717 Se Illinois Ave
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 235-7000
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 235-7000
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Se 34th St
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 274-6280
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 274-6280
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Eisenhower Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3305 Se Minnesota Ave
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 274-6160
Topeka, KS 66605
(785) 274-6160
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66605, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66605, KS include Shawnee Heights Elementary School, Highland Park Central and Ross Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66605?
4 public elementary schools are located in 66605.
What is the racial composition of students in 66605?
66605 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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