Serving 917 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mckinley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCKINLEY's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newark, NJ, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 917 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
917 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Motto
The Race to Excellence Has No Finish Line
School Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1851 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Hispanic
72%
35%
Black
27%
14%
White
1%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Elementary School is ranked #1851 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mckinley Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Street School, Salome Urena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
917 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mckinley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Elementary School located?
Mckinley Elementary School is located in the Seventh Avenue neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Seventh Avenue.
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