Auburn Elementary vs Washburn Rural High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auburn Elementary
Auburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
336 students
Washburn Rural High
Topeka · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,878 students
| Measure | Auburn Elementary Auburn, Kansas | Washburn Rural High Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 686 | #38 of 296 |
| National rank | #17909 of 50,301 | #8377 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 336 | 1,878 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 1,878 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 35% |
| city | Auburn | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Auburn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.4 vs 50.1).
- •Auburn Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •Auburn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 41%).
- •Washburn Rural High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 33.3%).
- •Auburn Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.1).
- •Washburn Rural High is the larger school with 1,878 students compared with 336.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Auburn Elementary better than Washburn Rural High?
On the Success Index (US), Auburn Elementary ranks higher (60.4 vs 50.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Auburn Elementary and Washburn Rural High?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn Elementary: 336. Washburn Rural High: 1,878. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn Elementary and Washburn Rural High rank in Kansas?
Auburn Elementary is 179th of 686 and Washburn Rural High is 38th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).