Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mckinley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mckinley Elementary School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Motto
'To prepare its students for their future as productive citizens and lifelong learners.'
School Rankings
Mckinley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
64%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Elementary School's ranking?
Mckinley Elementary School is ranked #2361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mckinley Elementary School often compared to?
Mckinley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
618 students attend Mckinley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mckinley Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mckinley Elementary School offer ?
Mckinley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mckinley Elementary School part of?
Mckinley Elementary School is part of San Gabriel Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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