Lawrence Gardner High School vs West Indianola Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence Gardner High School
Topeka · Public high · Grades 7–12
111 students
West Indianola Elem
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–6
395 students
| Measure | Lawrence Gardner High School Topeka, Kansas | West Indianola Elem Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #279 of 296 | #234 of 686 |
| National rank | #15310 of 16,910 | #21983 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 111 | 395 |
| Enrollment | 111 | 395 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 28.9% |
| Students per teacher | 55.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 42% |
| city | Topeka | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Indianola Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 19.7).
- •West Indianola Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.9% vs 91.9%).
- •West Indianola Elem does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 55.5).
- •West Indianola Elem is the larger school with 395 students compared with 111.
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 Lawrence Gardner High School better than West Indianola Elem?
On the Success Index (US), West Indianola Elem ranks higher (54.6 vs 19.7 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 Lawrence Gardner High School and West Indianola Elem?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence Gardner High School: 111. West Indianola Elem: 395. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence Gardner High School and West Indianola Elem rank in Kansas?
Lawrence Gardner High School is 279th of 296 and West Indianola Elem is 234th of 686 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).