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Mceachron Elem

Elementary School · Topeka Public Schools

4433 SW 29th Terr, Topeka, KS 66614

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#732 of 1,294

In Topeka

#25 of 41

public schools

In district

#16 of 25

Topeka Public Schools

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mceachron Elem

6.2/10

Elementary School in Topeka · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mceachron Elem

Mceachron Elem is a public elementary school in Topeka, KS, part of Topeka Public Schools. Mceachron Elem serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mceachron Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Mceachron Elem show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mceachron Elem sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.1% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.7% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,935
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Mceachron Elem — Students at Mceachron Elem score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
21.8%
ELA
31.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Mceachron Elem Compares

See how Mceachron Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in KS
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4433 SW 29th Terr, Topeka, KS 66614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mceachron Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitson Elem (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jay Shideler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOPEKA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Topeka, see our Topeka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
TOPEKA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Topeka 0.9 mi 8.2
Marjorie French Middle School Topeka 0.9 mi 7.5
McClure Elem Topeka 1.0 mi 6.8
Hope Street Charter Academy Topeka 1.3 mi 4.2
Topeka West High Topeka 1.5 mi 4.9
Jardine Elementary Topeka 1.3 mi 7.8
Jardine Middle School Topeka 1.3 mi 6.2
MOST PURE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Topeka 1.6 mi 5.3
Whitson Elem Topeka 1.7 mi 8.6
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Topeka 1.6 mi 7.6
McCarter Elem Topeka 1.9 mi 7.7
TOPEKA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Topeka 1.7 mi
Randolph Elem Topeka 2.2 mi 6.6
Landon Middle School Topeka 2.9 mi 7.0
Farley Elementary Topeka 2.5 mi 7.6
Jay Shideler Elementary Topeka 3.0 mi 8.6
Robinson Middle School Topeka 2.9 mi 6.4
HAYDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Topeka 3.4 mi 6.5
Lowman Hill Elem Topeka 3.1 mi 7.5
TOPEKA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Topeka 3.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,419

Median Home Value

$181,500

Median Rent

$995/mo

Population

32,586

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

41.4

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School Rating
Highland Park Central Topeka, KS 6.2
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Merriam Park Elementary Merriam, KS 6.2
Stony Point North Kansas City, KS 6.2
Syracuse Elem Syracuse, KS 6.2
Trojan Elem Osawatomie, KS 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mceachron Elem

What grades does Mceachron Elem serve?

Mceachron Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mceachron Elem?

Mceachron Elem has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mceachron Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Mceachron Elem is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mceachron Elem rank in KS?

Mceachron Elem ranks #732 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Mceachron Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

Mceachron Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mceachron Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mceachron Elem has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mceachron Elem a charter school?

No, Mceachron Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mceachron Elem a Title I school?

No, Mceachron Elem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mceachron Elem?

73.7% of students at Mceachron Elem qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Shawnee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

Topeka Public Schools
District Enrollment
12,601
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,935
District Rank
#16 of 25

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