For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 269 students in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Central Topeka 1 is Capital City. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capital City
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Sw Tuffy Kellog Dr
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 295-3600
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 295-3600
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka, KS include Capital City.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka?
the neighborhood of Central Topeka 1, Topeka public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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