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#6492 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · San Leandro Unified
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,492 of 9,539
In San Leandro
#12 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
San Leandro Unified
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Leandro, CA, part of San Leandro Unified. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,492 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mckinley Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
34% 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 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
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
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cox Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Oakland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Leandro, see our San Leandro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY San Leandro | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| San Leandro High San Leandro | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Bancroft Middle San Leandro | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Assumption San Leandro | 0.6 mi | — |
| ASSUMPTION SCHOOL San Leandro | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary San Leandro | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Leander San Leandro | 0.7 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary San Leandro | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Washington Elementary San Leandro | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Halkin Elementary San Leandro | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Monroe Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| John Muir Middle San Leandro | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Corvallis Elementary San Leandro | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Lincoln High (Continuation) San Leandro | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| San Leandro Virtual Academy San Leandro | 1.3 mi | — |
| East Bay Innovation Academy Oakland | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Madison Elementary San Leandro | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Alameda County Juvenile Hall/Court San Leandro | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Cox Academy Oakland | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ST FELICITAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Leandro | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,989
Median Home Value
$824,900
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
47,533
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.6
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| Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow, CA | 5.5 |
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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 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 23.4:1. 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 #6,492 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 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% 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?
79.6% 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
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (510) 618-4320
Resources & Links
District
San Leandro Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,741
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,506
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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