Goddard High vs Topeka West High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 221 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goddard High
Goddard · Public high · Grades 9–12
962 students
Topeka West High
Topeka · Public high · Grades 9–12
971 students
| Measure | Goddard High Goddard, Kansas | Topeka West High Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 296 | #231 of 296 |
| National rank | #12197 of 16,910 | #13851 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 962 | 971 |
| Enrollment | 962 | 971 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.8% | 56.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 18% |
| city | Goddard | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Goddard High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 27.6).
- •Goddard High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Goddard High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Goddard High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.8% vs 56.2%).
- •Topeka West High does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.5).
- •Topeka West High is the larger school with 971 students compared with 962.
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 Goddard High better than Topeka West High?
On the Success Index (US), Goddard High ranks higher (35.0 vs 27.6 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 Goddard High and Topeka West High?
About 221 km in a straight line, between Goddard and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goddard High: 962. Topeka West High: 971. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goddard High and Topeka West High rank in Kansas?
Goddard High is 157th of 296 and Topeka West High is 231st of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).