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#6249 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mckinley Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
7812 McKinley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,249 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#432 of 563
public schools
In district
#615 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Mckinley Avenue Elementary
Mckinley Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mckinley Avenue Elementary serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,249 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Avenue Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Mckinley Avenue 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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Mckinley Avenue Elementary — Students at Mckinley Avenue Elementary score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Mckinley Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Avenue 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
7812 McKinley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Russell Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parmelee Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sixty-Sixth Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckinley Avenue Elementary
What grades does Mckinley Avenue Elementary serve?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mckinley Avenue Elementary?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Avenue Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckinley Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary ranks #6,249 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Mckinley Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Avenue Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mckinley Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Mckinley Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckinley Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mckinley Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Avenue Elementary?
98.8% of students at Mckinley Avenue 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
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (323) 582-7481
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #615 of 769
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