Very Good
#3289 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
6822 Paramount Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90805
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,289 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#26 of 77
public schools
In district
#29 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mckinley Elementary
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,289 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mckinley Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
43% 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 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley 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
6822 Paramount Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wesley Gaines (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Paramount), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Paramount), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Major Lynn Mokler Paramount | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Alondra Middle Paramount | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Wesley Gaines Paramount | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Leona Jackson Paramount | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Creative Day Academy Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| CREATIVE DAY PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary Paramount | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 1.2 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hamilton Middle Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| INTER-TRIBAL Family Of Nations Day School Program Paramount | 1.4 mi | — |
| St. Pancratius Lakewood | 1.5 mi | — |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Somerset High Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,615
Median Home Value
$588,500
Median Rent
$1,664/mo
Population
94,631
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
42.6%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
33.7
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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 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 23.5:1. 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 #3,289 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Mckinley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% 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?
84.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (562) 630-6200
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #29 of 82
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