Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckinley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Our School, Our Community, Our Kids
School Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2589 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
44%
14%
White
23%
60%
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Elementary School is ranked #2589 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mckinley Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
504 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mckinley Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of Erie City School District.
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