McCarter Elem vs Wanamaker Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 2.8 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
Wanamaker Elem
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
475 students
| Measure | McCarter Elem Topeka, Kansas | Wanamaker Elem Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 686 | #134 of 686 |
| National rank | #21459 of 50,301 | #14362 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 401 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 39.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 50% |
| city | Topeka | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wanamaker Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 55.3).
- •McCarter Elem does better on math proficiency (57% vs 50%).
- •Wanamaker Elem does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •Wanamaker Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.6% vs 68.3%).
- •McCarter Elem does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.0).
- •Wanamaker Elem is the larger school with 475 students compared with 401.
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 Wanamaker Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Wanamaker Elem ranks higher (65.7 vs 55.3 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 Wanamaker Elem?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCarter Elem: 401. Wanamaker Elem: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCarter Elem and Wanamaker Elem rank in Kansas?
McCarter Elem is 226th of 686 and Wanamaker Elem is 134th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).