McKinley Technology High School is a public citywide 9th–12th grade high school in the District of Columbia Public Schools in Northeast Washington, D.C.
Serving 704 students in grades 9-12, Mckinley Technology High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mckinley Technology High School's student population of 704 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinley Technology High School ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Technology High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
83%
63%
White
3%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trainers, Phoenix
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Technology High School's ranking?
Mckinley Technology High School is ranked #54 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Mckinley Technology High School often compared to?
Mckinley Technology High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Banneker High School, School Without Walls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% 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 76%.
How many students attend Mckinley Technology High School?
704 students attend Mckinley Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mckinley Technology High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 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 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Technology High School part of?
Mckinley Technology High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Technology High School located?
Mckinley Technology High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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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