About Topeka Public Schools
Our Vision:
Topeka Public Schools will be recognized nationally for:
- academic excellence,
- post-secondary and career success,
- and achievement in the arts, athletics and extracurricular activities.
Strengthened by diversity and a welcoming and inclusive environment, our district will cultivate partnerships with staff, families, business and industry, and the greater community to develop students' educational, physical, and social-emotional well being.
Our Mission:
Engage students in the highest quality learning
Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship
Inspire excellence for a lifetime
TPS Facts
- TPS is the largest school district in Shawnee County, serving almost 14,000 students
- Student ethnicity: 38% White, 32% Hispanic, 17% African-American, 13% Other
- More than 1,300 teachers and 1,100 support staff
- Two magnet schools: Scott Dual Language and Williams Science & Fine Arts
- Five signature campuses: Ross-Eisenhower (Music), State Street-Chase (Performing Arts), Topeka West (Leadership), Jardine Academy (STEAM), and Quincy (Fine Arts)
- Home of Topeka Center for Advanced Learning and Careers (TCALC)
- Home of Kanza Education and Science Park
- All students involved in college and career ready program