Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Mckinley Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinley Steam Academy's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinley Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Steam Academy is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
23%
7%
White
57%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Steam Academy's ranking?
Mckinley Steam Academy is ranked #1050 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Mckinley Steam Academy often compared to?
Mckinley Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Vernon Middle School, Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Steam Academy?
448 students attend Mckinley Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mckinley Steam Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Steam Academy?
Mckinley Steam Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinley Steam Academy offer ?
Mckinley Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Steam Academy part of?
Mckinley Steam Academy is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Steam Academy located?
Mckinley Steam Academy is located in the Wellington Heights neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Wellington Heights.
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