Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Mckinley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinley Middle School serves the eastern part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.8-mile radius of the school, with the furthest students being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Middle School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
81%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Middle School's ranking?
Mckinley Middle School is ranked #158 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Mckinley Middle School often compared to?
Mckinley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs, Stuart-hobson Middle School (Capitol Hill Cluster) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Middle School?
286 students attend Mckinley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mckinley Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Middle School?
Mckinley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckinley Middle School offer ?
Mckinley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Middle School part of?
Mckinley Middle School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Middle School located?
Mckinley Middle School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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