Excellent
#240 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1025 14th St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#240 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#12 of 120
public schools
In district
#12 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mckinley Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mckinley Elementary — Students at Mckinley Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1025 14th St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,528
Median Home Value
$1,771,700
Median Rent
$2,898/mo
Population
33,627
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
44.5%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41.5
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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 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 20.6:1. 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 #240 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% 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?
29.6% 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
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (415) 241-6300
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #12 of 103
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