Eisenhower Middle School vs Highland Park Central
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eisenhower Middle School
Topeka · Public middle · Grades 6–8
440 students
Highland Park Central
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–5
318 students
| Measure | Eisenhower Middle School Topeka, Kansas | Highland Park Central Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #187 of 205 | #655 of 686 |
| National rank | #14122 of 15,369 | #46715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 440 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.6% | 93.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 12% |
| city | Topeka | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eisenhower Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 16.8).
- •Highland Park Central does better on math proficiency (12% vs 9%).
- •Highland Park Central does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Eisenhower Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.6% vs 93.7%).
- •Eisenhower Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.7).
- •Eisenhower Middle School is the larger school with 440 students compared with 318.
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 Eisenhower Middle School better than Highland Park Central?
On the Success Index (US), Eisenhower Middle School ranks higher (17.9 vs 16.8 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 Eisenhower Middle School and Highland Park Central?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eisenhower Middle School: 440. Highland Park Central: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eisenhower Middle School and Highland Park Central rank in Kansas?
Eisenhower Middle School is 187th of 205 and Highland Park Central is 655th of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).