For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,811 students in 66604, KS.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 66604 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66604, KS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66604, KS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #44.
Lowman Hill Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Sw Garfield Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 235-7060
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 235-7060
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #55.
Robinson Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1125 Sw 14th St
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 295-3770
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 295-3770
Grades: 6-8
| 348 students
66604, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1900 Sw Hope St
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4280
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4280
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1155 Sw Seabrook Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4530
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 438-4530
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 66604, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 66604, KS include Mccarter Elementary School, Whitson Elementary School and Randolph Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66604?
5 public elementary schools are located in 66604.
What is the racial composition of students in 66604?
66604 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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