Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mckay K-8 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 9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donald McKay serves the northern part of East Boston, MA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 19 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckay K-8 School's student population of 640 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Mckay K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay K-8 School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1547 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
87%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay K-8 School's ranking?
Mckay K-8 School is ranked #1547 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mckay K-8 School often compared to?
Mckay K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mario Umana Academy, Haley Pilot School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mckay K-8 School?
640 students attend Mckay K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mckay K-8 School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckay K-8 School?
Mckay K-8 School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckay K-8 School offer ?
Mckay K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckay K-8 School part of?
Mckay K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
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