Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckinley School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinley School's student population of 470 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinley School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#448 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
9%
12%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley School's ranking?
Mckinley School is ranked #448 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mckinley School often compared to?
Mckinley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holland Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mckinley School?
470 students attend Mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mckinley School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley School?
Mckinley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckinley School offer ?
Mckinley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley School part of?
Mckinley School is part of Fairfield School District.
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