Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mckinley Stem Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Mckinley Stem Academy's student population of 176 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
176 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mckinley Stem Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Stem Academy is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
60%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
38%
17%

White
40%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Stem Academy's ranking?
Mckinley Stem Academy is ranked #49 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Stem Academy?
176 students attend Mckinley Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mckinley Stem Academy students are White, 38% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Stem Academy?
Mckinley Stem Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckinley Stem Academy offer ?
Mckinley Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mckinley Stem Academy part of?
Mckinley Stem Academy is part of Steubenville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Stem Academy located?
Mckinley Stem Academy is located in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood of Steubenville, OH.
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