Mckee Elementary School serves 235 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckee Elementary School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mckee Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mckee Elementary School often compared to?
Mckee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Early Childhood Center, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mckee Elementary School?
235 students attend Mckee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mckee Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckee Elementary School?
Mckee Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckee Elementary School offer ?
Mckee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckee Elementary School part of?
Mckee Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckee Elementary School located?
Mckee Elementary School is located in the Grays Woods neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Grays Woods.
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