What grades does Washburn Rural High serve?

Washburn Rural High operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Topeka area.

Where is Washburn Rural High located?

Washburn Rural High is a rural school in Topeka, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washburn Rural High?

The student-teacher ratio at Washburn Rural High is 14.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Topeka, KS?

Schools in Topeka include Washburn Rural High and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Topeka area.

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Washburn Rural High — School Calendar 2026-27

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Topeka, KS 66619

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

End of First Grading PeriodEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Staff Work Day - No SchoolStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

No SchoolEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Release Dayhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education

Nov

Wed

Early Release Dayhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education

Nov

Mon

Staff Professional Learning Days - No SchoolStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,885

Student:Teacher

14.5:1

Locale

Rural

District

Auburn-Washburn

Econ. Disadvantaged

30.7%

Phone

(785)339-4100

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

30%

41th percentile in KS

Math Proficiency

25%

49th percentile in KS

Graduation Rate

94%

Chronic Absenteeism

19.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

20 courses offered

204 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

91 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

148 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

380 test takers

Athletics

23 sports, 49 teams

750 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.7:1

Worse than average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,870

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

127.8

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,703

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,761

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,533

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 63%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$207,845

+0.7% 1yr+42.0% 5yr

Topeka, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.7%

Below 150% poverty line

4.2%

Unemployment rate

8.3%

Uninsured residents

7.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,184

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,059

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

56%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

361 (34%)

Speech/Language Impairment

164 (15%)

Autism

107 (10%)

Other Health Impairment

100 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

54 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

33 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,878

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

End of First Grading Period

Event

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Staff Work Day - No School

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

No School

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Auburn-Washburn. Washburn Rural High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	End of First Grading PeriodDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Staff Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Staff Professional Learning Days - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the complete break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Second Grading PeriodDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete winter break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Staff Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Staff Professional Learning Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	End of Third Grading PeriodDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Staff Work Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Staff Professional Learning Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Snow Make-Up Day (if needed)District-wide Possible make-up day for inclement weather closures	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide Elementary: 2:15 pm, Middle: 1:20 pm, High: 1:32 pm dismissal; No School for Early Childhood Education	half_day	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day of School - 1/2 DayDistrict-wide Last day of school for students, half day dismissal	Event	—