Serving 476 students in grades 6-8, Mckinley Institute Of Technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Institute Of Technology's student population of 476 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Empower Learning
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Mckinley Institute Of Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Institute Of Technology is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7542 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Institute Of Technology's ranking?
Mckinley Institute Of Technology is ranked #7542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mckinley Institute Of Technology often compared to?
Mckinley Institute Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy Middle School, Clifford Elementary School, North Star Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Institute Of Technology?
476 students attend Mckinley Institute Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mckinley Institute Of Technology students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Institute Of Technology?
Mckinley Institute Of Technology has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mckinley Institute Of Technology offer ?
Mckinley Institute Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mckinley Institute Of Technology part of?
Mckinley Institute Of Technology is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Institute Of Technology located?
Mckinley Institute Of Technology is located in the Mount Carmel neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mount Carmel.
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