McCarter Elem vs Whitson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 2.5 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
Whitson Elem
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
416 students
| Measure | McCarter Elem Topeka, Kansas | Whitson Elem Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 686 | #478 of 686 |
| National rank | #21459 of 50,301 | #33636 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 401 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 64.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| 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 37.6).
- •McCarter Elem does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •McCarter Elem does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Whitson Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.2% vs 68.3%).
- •McCarter Elem does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.0).
- •Whitson Elem is the larger school with 416 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 Whitson Elem?
On the Success Index (US), McCarter Elem ranks higher (55.3 vs 37.6 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 Whitson Elem?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCarter Elem: 401. Whitson Elem: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCarter Elem and Whitson Elem rank in Kansas?
McCarter Elem is 226th of 686 and Whitson Elem is 478th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).