McNary High School is the only public high school located in Keizer, Oregon, United States.
Serving 1,995 students in grades 9-12, Mcnary High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon 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 Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcnary High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mcnary High School's student population of 1,995 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Green and Gold
School Motto
Bold enough to be the best at educating, nurturing, and inspiring.
School Rankings
Mcnary High 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 Mcnary High School is 0.61, 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
#791 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
45%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Celtic
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnary High School's ranking?
Mcnary High School is ranked #791 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Mcnary High School often compared to?
Mcnary High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckay High 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 31% OR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcnary High School?
The graduation rate of Mcnary High School is 91%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mcnary High School?
1,995 students attend Mcnary High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mcnary High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnary High School?
Mcnary High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcnary High School offer ?
Mcnary High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcnary High School part of?
Mcnary High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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