Serving 630 students in grades 3-4, Mckinley Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinley Avenue Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Manahawkin, NJ, covering approximately 54.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School's student population of 630 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Avenue Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#800 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School is ranked #800 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mckinley Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxycocus Elementary School, Stafford Intermediate School, Ocean Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Avenue Elementary School?
630 students attend Mckinley Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mckinley Avenue Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Avenue Elementary School?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckinley Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Avenue Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary School is part of Stafford Township School District.
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