Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
5%
7%
White
51%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School?
259 students attend Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School part of?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School located?
Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School is located in the Benjamin Hills neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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