Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mckinley William 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinley William School serves the southern part of its school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckinley William School's student population of 306 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinley William 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 William School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2681 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley William School's ranking?
Mckinley William School is ranked #2681 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mckinley William School often compared to?
Mckinley William Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hackett Horatio B School, Cramp William School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley William School?
306 students attend Mckinley William School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mckinley William School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley William School?
Mckinley William School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley William School offer ?
Mckinley William School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley William School part of?
Mckinley William School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley William School located?
Mckinley William School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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