Serving 205 students in grades 2-3, Mckinley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mckinley Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge Elementary School, Rural Center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
205 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mckinley Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of Abilene School District.
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