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James A. Mckee Elementary
Elementary School · Elk Grove Unified
8701 Halverson Dr., Elk Grove, CA 95624
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,097 of 9,539
In Elk Grove
#35 of 38
public schools
In district
#57 of 67
Elk Grove Unified
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James A. Mckee Elementary
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About James A. Mckee Elementary
James A. Mckee Elementary is a public elementary school in Elk Grove, CA, part of Elk Grove Unified. James A.
Mckee Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. James A. Mckee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,097 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for James A. Mckee Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
James A. Mckee Elementary runs 22.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at James A. Mckee Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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James A. Mckee Elementary — Students at James A. Mckee Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How James A. Mckee Elementary Compares
See how James A. Mckee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8701 Halverson Dr., Elk Grove, CA 95624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James A. Mckee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roy Herburger Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Raymond Case Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MERRYHILL SCHOOL CALVINE (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sacramento), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elk Grove, see our Elk Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elk Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ellen Feickert Elementary Elk Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph Kerr Middle Elk Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| California Montessori Project - Elk Grove Campus Carmichael | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Jessie Baker Elk Grove | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Elk Grove Elementary Elk Grove | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Elk Grove High Elk Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Florence Markofer Elementary Elk Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elk Grove | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| St. Peter's Lutheran School Elk Grove | 1.5 mi | — |
| Raymond Case Elementary Elk Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Roy Herburger Elementary Elk Grove | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Cosumnes Oaks High Elk Grove | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Wilson Academy Online Elk Grove | 1.8 mi | — |
| Miwok Village Elementary Elk Grove | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle Elk Grove | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Calvine High Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Arthur C. Butler Elementary Elk Grove | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Edward Harris Jr. Middle Elk Grove | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MERRYHILL SCHOOL CALVINE Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,269
Median Home Value
$603,700
Median Rent
$1,960/mo
Population
68,036
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James A. Mckee Elementary
What grades does James A. Mckee Elementary serve?
James A. Mckee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend James A. Mckee Elementary?
James A. Mckee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James A. Mckee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at James A. Mckee Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James A. Mckee Elementary rank in CA?
James A. Mckee Elementary ranks #7,097 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is James A. Mckee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
James A. Mckee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at James A. Mckee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James A. Mckee Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James A. Mckee Elementary a charter school?
No, James A. Mckee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James A. Mckee Elementary a Title I school?
No, James A. Mckee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James A. Mckee Elementary?
62.8% of students at James A. Mckee Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (916) 686-3715
Resources & Links
District
Elk Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 62,603
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,966
- District Rank
- #57 of 67
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