McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem

www.usd259.org

259 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

McLean Science/Technology Magnet Elementary, located in Wichita, Kansas, is part of the Wichita Public Schools district (USD 259). As a magnet school, it distinguishes itself by offering a specialized curriculum that focuses heavily on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school is designed to provide students with hands-on learning experiences, often incorporating inquiry-based projects and modern technology into daily instruction to prepare them for the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world.

Beyond its academic focus, McLean emphasizes fostering a culture of curiosity and critical thinking. The school aims to create an engaging environment where students are encouraged to explore scientific concepts through discovery and problem-solving. By integrating technology into various subjects, McLean seeks to build a strong foundation for its students, preparing them for future success in advanced academic settings and technology-driven career paths.

259

Total Students

18.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

64.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem
Demographic	Student Count
White	132
Hispanic	90
Black	13
Asian	4
Two or More	19
Pacific Islander	1

White
132 (51.0 %)
Hispanic
90 (34.7 %)
Two or More
19 (7.3 %)
Black
13 (5.0 %)
Asian
4 (1.5 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wichita
Phone:	(316)973-8250
Website:	http://www.usd259.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	259
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	131
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	35

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 43

Grade 1 39

Grade 2 41

Grade 3 44

Grade 4 48

Grade 5 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	43
Grade 1	39
Grade 2	41
Grade 3	44
Grade 4	48
Grade 5	44

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	108	41.7%
Male	151	58.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)