Mckinley Technology High School serves 691 students in grades 9-12.
Mckinley Technology High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 32%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mckinley Technology High School's student population of 691 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinley Technology High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Mckinley Technology High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 212 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
17%
Black
84%
65%
White
4%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Technology High School's ranking?
Mckinley Technology High School is ranked #44 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckinley Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Mckinley Technology High School is 95%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Mckinley Technology High School?
691 students attend Mckinley Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mckinley Technology High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Technology High School?
Mckinley Technology High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckinley Technology High School offer ?
Mckinley Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mckinley Technology High School part of?
Mckinley Technology High School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/4/2014
Mckinley is best known for encouraging/ helping students make a career out of Biotech, Engineering, or IT(Information Technology). Staff will work with you to get an Internship starting as a freshman but you'll have to go above and beyond the expectations.
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