Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckee Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: McKee El Sch serves the southeastern part of Oakdale, PA, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mckee Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mckee Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckee Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#160 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckee Elementary School's ranking?
Mckee Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mckee Elementary School often compared to?
Mckee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donaldson Elementary School, Bon Meade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mckee Elementary School?
521 students attend Mckee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mckee Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckee Elementary School?
Mckee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckee Elementary School offer ?
Mckee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckee Elementary School part of?
Mckee Elementary School is part of West Allegheny School District.
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