Mckinley School

370 Cedar Rd
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckinley School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 66% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mckinley School's student population of 596 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

Mckinley School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley School is 0.57, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#691 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
57%
38%
66%
55%
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
63%
60%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mckinley School's ranking?
Mckinley School is ranked #691 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley School?
596 students attend Mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mckinley School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley School?
Mckinley School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley School offer ?
Mckinley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckinley School part of?
Mckinley School is part of Abington School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 66% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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