Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mccarter Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccarter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mccarter Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Mccarter Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccarter Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
41%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccarter Elementary School's ranking?
Mccarter Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mccarter Elementary School often compared to?
Mccarter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, Mceachron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mccarter Elementary School?
392 students attend Mccarter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mccarter Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccarter Elementary School?
Mccarter Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mccarter Elementary School offer ?
Mccarter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccarter Elementary School part of?
Mccarter Elementary School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccarter Elementary School located?
Mccarter Elementary School is located in the West Southwest 2 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in West Southwest 2.
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