Serving 2,309 students in grades 9-12, Mckay 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckay High School's student population of 2,309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mckay High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
70%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mckay High School often compared to?
Mckay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckay High School?
The graduation rate of Mckay High School is 81%, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mckay High School?
2,309 students attend Mckay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mckay High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckay High School?
Mckay High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckay High School offer ?
Mckay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckay High School part of?
Mckay High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckay High School located?
Mckay High School is located in the North Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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