Serving 401 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 31%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: McCarter Elementary serves the west part of Topeka, KS, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically enjoy a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccarter Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mccarter Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccarter Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccarter Elementary School's ranking?
Mccarter Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 1,269 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 31% 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?
401 students attend Mccarter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mccarter Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccarter Elementary School?
Mccarter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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