McCollom Elem vs Peterson Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCollom Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
288 students
Peterson Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
321 students
| Measure | McCollom Elem Wichita, Kansas | Peterson Elem Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 686 | #479 of 686 |
| National rank | #20072 of 50,301 | #33695 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 288 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.9% | 60.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 31% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCollom Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 37.5).
- •McCollom Elem does better on math proficiency (47% vs 31%).
- •McCollom Elem does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •McCollom Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.9% vs 60.4%).
- •McCollom Elem does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •Peterson Elem is the larger school with 321 students compared with 288.
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 McCollom Elem better than Peterson Elem?
On the Success Index (US), McCollom Elem ranks higher (57.3 vs 37.5 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 McCollom Elem and Peterson Elem?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCollom Elem: 288. Peterson Elem: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCollom Elem and Peterson Elem rank in Kansas?
McCollom Elem is 209th of 686 and Peterson Elem is 479th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).