Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckay Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckay Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mckay Creek Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckay Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay Creek Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#348 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
81%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mckay Creek Elementary School is ranked #348 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Mckay Creek Elementary School?
246 students attend Mckay Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mckay Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckay Creek Elementary School?
Mckay Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckay Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mckay Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mckay Creek Elementary School part of?
Mckay Creek Elementary School is part of Pendleton SD 16 School District.
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