For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 694 students in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in West Southwest 3 are Mceachron Elementary School and Mcclure Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 35% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mceachron Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4433 Sw 29th Terr
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 438-4430
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 438-4430
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Mcclure Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2529 Sw Chelsea Dr
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 438-4340
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 438-4340
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka, KS include Mceachron Elementary School and Mcclure Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka?
2 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka?
the neighborhood of West Southwest 3, Topeka public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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