Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elementary serves the northwest part of Wichita, KS, covering an attendance area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#286 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
45%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is ranked #286 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Leadership Magnet 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 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School?
262 students attend Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School part of?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School located?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is located in the Benjamin Hills neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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