For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,197 students in Mcpherson, KS (there are 2 private schools, serving 302 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Mcpherson, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Mcpherson, KS are Eisenhower Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mcpherson, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Mcpherson have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mcpherson, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 E Wickersham Dr
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9430
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9430
Grades: PK-5
| 263 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
128 N Park
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9560
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9560
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 N Ash
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9540
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9540
Grades: PK-5
| 245 students
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 S Walnut
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9550
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9550
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
Rank: #55.
Mcpherson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 E Elizabeth
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9450
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9450
Grades: 6-8
| 470 students
Rank: #66.
Mcpherson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 E First Street
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9500
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9500
Grades: 9-12
| 692 students
Mcpherson, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
801 East First
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9500
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9500
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
128 North Park
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9590
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-9590
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mcpherson, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Mcpherson, KS include Eisenhower Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mcpherson?
6 public schools are located in Mcpherson.
What percentage of students in Mcpherson go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Mcpherson are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mcpherson?
Mcpherson public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mcpherson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mcpherson include: Lincoln Elementary School vs. Roosevelt Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School, Eisenhower Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School
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