Serving 762 students in grades 1-5, Mckay Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckay Elementary School's student population of 762 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Mckay Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1490 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
64%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
19%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay Elementary School's ranking?
Mckay Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mckay Elementary School often compared to?
Mckay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crocker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mckay Elementary School?
762 students attend Mckay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mckay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckay Elementary School?
Mckay Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckay Elementary School offer ?
Mckay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckay Elementary School part of?
Mckay Elementary School is part of Fitchburg School District.
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