Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Mckinley Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinley Middle School serves the southeast part of Cedar Rapids, IA, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley Steam Academy's student population of 426 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Every Learner. Future Ready.
School Rankings
Mckinley Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Steam Academy is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1034 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
27%
7%
White
51%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Steam Academy's ranking?
Mckinley Steam Academy is ranked #1034 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Mckinley Steam Academy often compared to?
Mckinley Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School, Mount Vernon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Steam Academy?
426 students attend Mckinley Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mckinley Steam Academy students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Steam Academy?
Mckinley Steam Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinley Steam Academy offer ?
Mckinley Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckinley Steam Academy part of?
Mckinley Steam Academy is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Steam Academy located?
Mckinley Steam Academy is located in the Wellington Heights neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Wellington Heights.
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