Below Average
#8336 of 9,533 schools in CA
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
6822 Paramount Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90805
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Long Beach
#61 of 77
public schools
California elementary schools
#4,950 of 5,817
In district
#64 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About Mckinley Elementary
McKinley Elementary is a regular public school located in Long Beach, California, within Los Angeles County. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, McKinley Elementary has an enrollment of 494 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23.5:1 with 21 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s setting is in the heart of a large city.
McKinley Elementary's academic performance reflects areas for improvement, as indicated by its MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and state ranking at #5690 among 9566 California schools (40th percentile). Students show proficiency rates of 42% in English Language Arts/Reading and 35% in Math, which suggests there is room for growth in academic achievement. While the neighborhood around McKinley Elementary doesn't have specific data available, the school remains a central hub within its urban community.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 23.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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 11 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: 2.3/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 50% (2019) to 34.44% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 39.08% (2024).
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 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Paramount), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Paramount), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. 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 | 8.0 |
| Wesley Gaines Paramount | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Leona Jackson Paramount | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Creative Day Academy Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| CREATIVE DAY PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Paramount | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 1.2 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| 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 | 5.3 |
| 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 | 7.0 |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Somerset High Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mckinley Elementary has a median household income of $68,615. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $588,500, with a median rent of $1,664/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.4%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.5 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose, CA | 4.5 |
| Bonny View Elementary Redding, CA | 4.5 |
| Cambridge Elementary Concord, CA | 4.5 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 4.5 |
| Canyon Oaks Elementary American Canyon, CA | 4.5 |
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 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 is ranked #8336 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a composite rating of 4.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mckinley Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mckinley Elementary has 34.8% math proficiency and 42.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,186/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Long Beach). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (562) 630-6200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #64 of 82
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