Mckenna Elementary School

Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckenna Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 467 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mckenna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Mckenna Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a rigorous education that fosters critical thinking, character, leadership, confidence, and resilience.

School Rankings

Mckenna Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckenna Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1003 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
70-74%
52%
55-59%
49%
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mckenna Elementary School's ranking?
Mckenna Elementary School is ranked #1003 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mckenna Elementary School often compared to?
Mckenna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alleghany Avenue School, Birch Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mckenna Elementary School?
467 students attend Mckenna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mckenna Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckenna Elementary School?
Mckenna Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckenna Elementary School offer ?
Mckenna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckenna Elementary School part of?
Mckenna Elementary School is part of Massapequa Union Free School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 467 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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