Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mckinley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinley School serves the southern part of the York, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Mckinley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2513 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
47%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
5%
60%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley School's ranking?
Mckinley School is ranked #2513 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mckinley School often compared to?
Mckinley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson School, Ferguson School 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 38% PA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley School?
578 students attend Mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mckinley School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley School?
Mckinley School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley School offer ?
Mckinley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckinley School part of?
Mckinley School is part of York City School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
I worked with the kindergarten teachers. I felt most of the teachers of all the grades really loved their kids I think one of the major problems was having 7th and 8th grades in the building. I also think lunch time should have talked amongst the students. Way too much yelling at the kids by the staff. Positivity should be the attitude.! I sat at the tables with the kids and I enjoyed it tremendously. I worked for one of the govt programs and the salary was an embarrassment but I didn''t take it out on the students. Disciplining doesn''t have to mean yelling.
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