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#6339 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · Tracy Joint Unified
1975 West Lowell Ave., Tracy, CA 95376
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,339 of 9,539
In Tracy
#18 of 31
public schools
In district
#11 of 18
Tracy Joint Unified
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Tracy, CA, part of Tracy Joint Unified. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mckinley Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
30% of students at Mckinley 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 Elementary — Students at Mckinley Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.2/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1975 West Lowell Ave., Tracy, CA 95376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Primary Charter (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tracy, see our Tracy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Middle Tracy | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Duncan-Russell Community Day Tracy | 0.6 mi | — |
| George and Evelyn Stein Continuation Tracy | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Merrill F. West High Tracy | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Elementary Tracy | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| TRACY SDA SCHOOL Tracy | 0.6 mi | — |
| Tracy Seventh-day Adventist Christian Tracy | 0.7 mi | — |
| Millennium Charter Tracy | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery Charter Tracy | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Primary Charter Tracy | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Melville S. Jacobson Elementary Tracy | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| North Elementary Tracy | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Tracy Independent Study Charter Tracy | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Louis J. Villalovoz Elementary Tracy | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Earle E. Williams Middle Tracy | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Tracy High Tracy | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| South/West Park Elementary Tracy | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,493
Median Home Value
$588,200
Median Rent
$2,023/mo
Population
54,853
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
33.9
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| Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckinley Elementary
What grades does Mckinley Elementary serve?
Mckinley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary?
Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckinley Elementary rank in CA?
Mckinley Elementary ranks #6,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mckinley Elementary a charter school?
No, Mckinley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckinley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mckinley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Elementary?
83.1% of students at Mckinley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (209) 830-3319
Resources & Links
District
Tracy Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,846
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,876
- District Rank
- #11 of 18
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