Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mckinley Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckinley Community School's student population of 632 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckinley Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Community School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2121 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
32%
Black
21%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Community School's ranking?
Mckinley Community School is ranked #2121 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Community School?
632 students attend Mckinley Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mckinley Community School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Community School?
Mckinley Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckinley Community School offer ?
Mckinley Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mckinley Community School part of?
Mckinley Community School is part of New Brunswick School District.
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