Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckinley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinley School's student population of 285 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckinley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
19%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
58%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley School's ranking?
Mckinley School is ranked #406 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Mckinley School often compared to?
Mckinley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark School, Canyon Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Mckinley School?
285 students attend Mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mckinley School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley School?
Mckinley School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckinley School offer ?
Mckinley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mckinley School part of?
Mckinley School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley School located?
Mckinley School is located in the North Elevation neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 1 other public schools located in North Elevation.
School Reviews
5 4/29/2022
i used to go to this school and it was really fun and interesting it is a really fun experience there and the staff was really nice to me and the other children
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