Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckinley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Mascot
Mountain Lions
School Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
57%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountain Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Mckinley Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School, Candalaria Elementary School, Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
280 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mckinley Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Elementary School located?
Mckinley Elementary School is located in the South Central neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in South Central.
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