Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckay Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKay Creek Elementary School serves the southeast part of Pendleton, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 492.3 square miles. Families living within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 36.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckay Creek Elementary School's student population of 265 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckay Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay Creek Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mckay Creek Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Mckay Creek Elementary School?
265 students attend Mckay Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mckay Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckay Creek Elementary School?
Mckay Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckay Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mckay Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckay Creek Elementary School part of?
Mckay Creek Elementary School is part of Pendleton SD 16 School District.
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