Serving 2,380 students in grades 9-12, Mckay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon 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% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKay High School serves the east part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 15.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckay High School's student population of 2,380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,380 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Mckay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay High School is 0.43, 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
#1153 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
74%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
15%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
83%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold, Kelly green
School Mascot
Scot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay High School's ranking?
Mckay High School is ranked #1153 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Mckay High School often compared to?
Mckay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckay High School?
The graduation rate of Mckay High School is 83%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Mckay High School?
2,380 students attend Mckay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mckay High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckay High School?
Mckay High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckay High School offer ?
Mckay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckay High School part of?
Mckay High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckay High School located?
Mckay High School is located in the North Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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