Pauline Central Primary vs Washburn Rural High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pauline Central Primary
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
406 students
Washburn Rural High
Topeka · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,878 students
| Measure | Pauline Central Primary Topeka, Kansas | Washburn Rural High Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #429 of 686 | #38 of 296 |
| National rank | #31405 of 50,301 | #8377 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 406 | 1,878 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 1,878 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.7% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| city | Topeka | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washburn Rural High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.1 vs 40.8).
- •Pauline Central Primary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Washburn Rural High does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •Washburn Rural High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 70.7%).
- •Pauline Central Primary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.1).
- •Washburn Rural High is the larger school with 1,878 students compared with 406.
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 Pauline Central Primary better than Washburn Rural High?
On the Success Index (US), Washburn Rural High ranks higher (50.1 vs 40.8 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 Pauline Central Primary and Washburn Rural High?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pauline Central Primary: 406. Washburn Rural High: 1,878. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pauline Central Primary and Washburn Rural High rank in Kansas?
Pauline Central Primary is 429th of 686 and Washburn Rural High is 38th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).