publicelementaryPK-5

Whitson Elem

1725 Sw Arnold Ave, Topeka, KS 66604, United States

+1 (785) 438-4570

http://www.topekapublicschools.net/

3.7

Overall Rating

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Whitson Elem Overview

About This School

Whitson Elem is a public elementary in Topeka, Kansas, serving 416 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 42% in ELA and 32% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,004. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 208:1. Students at the school are 47% male and 53% female. The demographic makeup consists of 50% White, 30% Hispanic, 12% Two or More Races, 7% Black, and 1% Asian students.

416

Total Students

PK-5

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

32 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts42%

Mathematics32%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Shawnee County

Students per Counselor

208:1

Whitson Elem Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

42%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 28%State Avg: 34%

32%

Mathematics

City Avg: 27%State Avg: 31%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.6:1

State Avg: 13:1

208

Students per Counselor

Whitson Elem Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$70,004

City Avg: $66,525

State Avg: $62,072

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor208:1

Whitson Elem Student Demographics

Student Body

46.88%

Male

53.12%

Female

Total Enrollment: 416 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White49.76%

Hispanic30.29%

Asian0.96%

Black7.45%

Two or More Races11.54%

Native American0%

Whitson Elem Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Whitson Elem

Q: What is Whitson Elem?

A: Whitson Elem is a elementary public located in Topeka.

Q: How many students attend Whitson Elem?

A: Whitson Elem has approximately 416 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitson Elem?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Whitson Elem is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Whitson Elem

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Whitson Elem - Topeka, KS

Quick Facts about Whitson Elem
School Name	Whitson Elem
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	1725 Sw Arnold Ave, Topeka, KS 66604, Topeka, KS
County	Shawnee County
Phone	+1 (785) 438-4570
Total Students	416
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	32
Rating	3.7/10
ELA Proficiency	42%
Math Proficiency	32%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Whitson Elem

What is Whitson Elem?

Whitson Elem is a elementary public located in Topeka.

How many students attend Whitson Elem?

Whitson Elem has approximately 416 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitson Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitson Elem is 12:1.

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