McCarter Elem vs McClure Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCarter Elem
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
401 students
McClure Elem
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–5
301 students
| Measure | McCarter Elem Topeka, Kansas | McClure Elem Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 686 | #454 of 686 |
| National rank | #21459 of 50,301 | #32900 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 401 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 69.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| city | Topeka | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCarter Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 38.6).
- •McCarter Elem does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •McCarter Elem does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •McCarter Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.3% vs 69.1%).
- •McCarter Elem does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.1).
- •McCarter Elem is the larger school with 401 students compared with 301.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is McCarter Elem better than McClure Elem?
On the Success Index (US), McCarter Elem ranks higher (55.3 vs 38.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are McCarter Elem and McClure Elem?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCarter Elem: 401. McClure Elem: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCarter Elem and McClure Elem rank in Kansas?
McCarter Elem is 226th of 686 and McClure Elem is 454th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).