Below Average
#8018 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · Stockton Unified
30 West Ninth St., Stockton, CA 95206
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
28.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
28.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,018 of 9,539
In Stockton
#79 of 109
public schools
In district
#42 of 54
Stockton Unified
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Mckinley Elementary
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Stockton Unified. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,018 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mckinley Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mckinley Elementary runs 28.5:1 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.
37% 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 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 6.1/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 West Ninth St., Stockton, CA 95206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taft Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| All Saints Academy of Stockton Stockton | 0.5 mi | — |
| K-12 Stockton | 0.5 mi | — |
| Edison High Stockton | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Taft Elementary Stockton | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Stockton | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stockton | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP Stockton Stockton | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Taylor Leadership Academy Stockton | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Hazelton Elementary Stockton | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Aspire Stockton 6-12 Secondary Academy Stockton | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| John Marshall Elementary Stockton | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Studies Stockton | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Spanos (Alex G.) Elementary Stockton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Van Buren Elementary Stockton | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Great Valley Elementary Manteca | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Stockton Collegiate International Secondary Stockton | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Stockton Collegiate International Elementary Stockton | 1.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Team Charter Academy Stockton | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,751
Median Home Value
$388,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
67,501
College Educated
10.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
31.7
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| Beckman Elementary Lodi, CA | 4.5 |
| Bobier Elementary Vista, CA | 4.5 |
| Bubbling Wells Elementary Desert Hot Springs, CA | 4.5 |
| Cloverdale Elementary Moreno Valley, 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 8th.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary?
Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 28.5:1. 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 #8,018 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% 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?
84.3% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (209) 933-7245
Resources & Links
District
Stockton Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,544
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,118
- District Rank
- #42 of 54
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