Eisenhower Elementary

Eisenhower Elementary is a public school in McPherson, Kansas, serving 263 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade. With a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1, classes stay small enough for consistent individual attention across every grade level. The school earns a composite score of 9.4 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — driven by a 9.9 growth score that ranks among the strongest in the state.

That growth performance helps push Eisenhower to #15 out of 1,293 public schools in Kansas, outperforming 99% of schools statewide. Among elementary schools specifically, it holds the same position: #15 of 711 elementary schools across Kansas. In McPherson itself, no public school ranks higher.

Academic scores back up the growth story. An 8.9 academic rating reflects strong foundational outcomes, not just year-over-year gains. For families comparing options in McPherson, Eisenhower stands alone as the top-ranked school in the district.

For families searching more broadly across Kansas, it consistently appears at the top of the list. The combination of small class sizes, high academic achievement, and exceptional student growth makes Eisenhower one of the clearest choices for elementary education in the region.

Located in a rural area, Eisenhower Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.