Topeka School Districts

Justin Armbruster
Published on June 15, 2020

Topeka School Districts

Moving To Topeka? What you need to know about Topeka schools

We know that finding a place to call home almost always depends on location. More importantly, the school district the home is in. That is why we have give information on all of the Topeka school districts right here. Read through everything we know about the schools in Topeka and if you find one you like, look through what homes are for sale within them. Give us a call! We can give you a private tour of any home you find!


Washburn Rural High School

Welcome to the Washburn Rural District, home of the Junior Blues! Washburn Rural High School serves as the high school for all of Auburn-Washburn’s six attendance areas, and continues to uphold its long-standing tradition of excellence. They provide a progressive environment of world-class academics, athletics, and activities to foster all students’ desires to learn and achieve through open discussion and self-discovery. As educators in pursuit of student success, they continually enhance their skills and knowledge, so that they may offer the most relevant, effective curriculum in order to realize this vision.

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Population

There are 7 K-6 elementary schools all averaging – 500 students



Shawnee Heights High School

Welcome to the Shawnee Heights District, home of the Thunderbirds! Students attending Shawnee Heights have a multitude of opportunities in both academics and activities. Advanced placement courses, honors, and dual credit courses complement our extensive academic offerings for students. Shawnee Heights programs also include multiple Career-Technical Education pathways and opportunities to earn certification in a number of career fields. Programs for gifted students and other exceptionalities are available through a comprehensive special education program. The orchestra, band, debate, forensics, and vocal performing groups have won state and national acclaim. Art students not only win competitions but also receive scholarships for further study. Shawnee Heights High School Athletics have also won numerous state and league titles for both girls and boys.  In addition to multiple team titles, several individuals have been recognized as champions and named to all-area teams.

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Population

There are 4 K-6 elementary schools



Topeka High School

Welcome to the USD 501 Topeka High District, home of the Trojans! Topeka High School is a diverse and culturally rich, comprehensive high school with a long history of serving generations of Kansans. They are extremely proud of our academic offerings, including 17 Advanced Placement courses and 10 Honors courses. In addition, this will be the eleventh year of their successful Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program. We are also excited about the Center for International Studies that provide students with the essential 21st Century skill of Global Literacy. Students completing the minimum requirements of the program will receive a special International Studies diploma designation upon graduation. Finally, they offer a multitude of co-curricular and extracurricular activities to meet the talents and interests of our students.

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Seaman High School

Welcome to the Seaman District, home of the Vikings! The mission statement says, SHS, “Is dedicated to developing in every student life-long skills essential for achieving personal, academic, and occupational success”. To reach this goal, the school offers a comprehensive, challenging curriculum for college bound students including Advanced Placement and Honors classes. They have cooperative agreements with both Washburn Institute of Technology and Allen County Community College at reduced tuition rates for qualified students. In addition, the school offers over 50 sports, clubs, and organizations which provide many opportunities for student participation. Academically, students consistently score above both state and national norms on the ACT and SAT, as well as other national examinations. Over two-thirds of graduates attend colleges from coast to coast.

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Topeka West High School

Welcome to the USD 501 Topeka West District, home of the Chargers! Through your experiences at Topeka West you will establish a strong foundation for academic success and prepare yourself for a productive future. The faculty and staff at Topeka West are dedicated to helping you achieve to your highest potential. Topeka West also has a wide variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and various other organizations. We hope you will take advantage of the many opportunities available to be involved at school.

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Highland Park High School

Welcome to the USD 501 Highland Park District, home of the Scotts! Highland Park High School has been a historical fixture within the Topeka community for decades. With graduates such as astronaut Ron Evans, biochemist Dr. Julius Rebek, Jr., Olympic wrestler Melvin Douglas, and a host of exemplary business people, coaches, educators, and others, our students have many role models to inspire them to “get there from here.” Supported by a School Improvement Grant, they are highly optimistic about our future. Our goals include improved assessment scores, improved community relationships, an enhanced curriculum, and the empowerment of students to utilize their academic resources and achieve their potential. We are creating a culture of success one day, one step, and one student at a time.

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About the Author:

The above article Topeka School Districts was written by Justin Armbruster of the Armbruster Team at Genesis REALTORS®, local leaders in Topeka Real Estate, Marketing, and Social Media. You can contact the Armbruster Team at (785) 260-4384 or through this form. They have helped hundreds of people buy and sell homes in the Topeka area for years, and would love the opportunity to help you as well.

Are you thinking about selling your home? They have a passion for listing and selling homes in Topeka and would love the chance to use their expertise in Real Estate, Marketing, and Social Media to help you sell or buy yours! Are you interested in buying a home? Give the Armbruster Team a call. They have helped people buy and sell real estate in the all of the listed above Topeka School Districts

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