Very Good
#2384 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · San Gabriel Unified
1425 Manley Dr., San Gabriel, CA 91776
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,384 of 9,539
In San Gabriel
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
San Gabriel Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Mckinley Elementary
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Gabriel, CA, part of San Gabriel Unified. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,384 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mckinley Elementary runs 24.6:1 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 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
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: 7.5/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1425 Manley Dr., San Gabriel, CA 91776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duff Language Magnet Academy (rated 9.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Rosemead), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emma W. Shuey Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Rosemead), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Martha Baldwin Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Alhambra), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Gabriel, see our San Gabriel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL Alhambra | 0.5 mi | — |
| Dewey Avenue Elementary San Gabriel | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Gabrielino High San Gabriel | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| BEACH CITIES LEARNING SAN GABRIEL San Gabriel | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Beach Cities Learning, San Gabriel San Gabriel | 0.8 mi | — |
| TOTAL CHILD PRESCHOOL LEARNING LINK INC. San Gabriel | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Gabriel High San Gabriel | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL San Gabriel | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Martha Baldwin Elementary Alhambra | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Emmaus Lutheran Alhambra | 0.8 mi | — |
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alhambra | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Duff Language Magnet Academy Rosemead | 1.0 mi | 9.8 |
| SAN GABRIEL MISSION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Gabriel | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Del Mar High San Gabriel | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| San Gabriel Mission High School San Gabriel | 1.1 mi | — |
| Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary Rosemead | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SAN GABRIEL MISSION HIGH SCHOOL San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Emma W. Shuey Elementary Rosemead | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Mark Keppel High Alhambra | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| GROWING TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,926
Median Home Value
$816,400
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
37,769
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
42.3
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas, CA | 7.6 |
| Arma J. Shull Elementary San Dimas, CA | 7.6 |
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 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 24.6:1. 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 #2,384 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% 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?
74.5% 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
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (626) 288-6681
Resources & Links
District
San Gabriel Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,614
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,056
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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