Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcclure Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcclure Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mcclure Elementary School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcclure Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcclure Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
14%
6%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcclure Elementary School's ranking?
Mcclure Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mcclure Elementary School often compared to?
Mcclure Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mceachron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Mcclure Elementary School?
319 students attend Mcclure Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mcclure Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcclure Elementary School?
Mcclure Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcclure Elementary School offer ?
Mcclure Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcclure Elementary School part of?
Mcclure Elementary School is part of Topeka Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcclure Elementary School located?
Mcclure Elementary School is located in the West Southwest 3 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 3 other public schools located in West Southwest 3.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2020
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