Serving 200 students in grades 4-5, Mckinley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.17, which is less 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
#3216 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Elementary School is ranked #3216 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
200 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mckinley Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of South Holland SD 150 School District.
School Calendar
View the Mckinley Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL- Spring Break
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL- Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL- Spring Break
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL- Spring Break
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL- Spring Break
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2014
well the school is big. this gives space for the students to move around the school. but not high top security. but the students are well educated and well behaved due to the teachers.
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