Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mckay 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKay Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically find a drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckay Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dreams: Hold fast to dreams For if dreams die Life is a broken-winged bird That cannot fly.
School Rankings
Mckay Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3064 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
45%
16%
White
2%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay Elementary School's ranking?
Mckay Elementary School is ranked #3064 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mckay Elementary School often compared to?
Mckay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarkington Elementary School, Green W Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mckay Elementary School?
616 students attend Mckay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mckay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckay Elementary School?
Mckay Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckay Elementary School offer ?
Mckay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mckay Elementary School part of?
Mckay Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Mckay Elementary School located?
Mckay Elementary School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
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