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Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · Susanville Elementary
2005 Fourth St., Susanville, CA 96130
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,342 of 9,539
In Susanville
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Susanville Elementary
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School in Susanville · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Susanville Adventist Christian School
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About Mckinley Elementary
Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Susanville, CA, part of Susanville Elementary. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,342 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 52% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
50% 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 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2005 Fourth St., Susanville, CA 96130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fletcher Walker Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shaffer Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Richmond Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Susanville, see our Susanville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Susanville Adventist Christian School Susanville | 0.4 mi | — |
| SUSANVILLE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Susanville | 0.4 mi | — |
| Lassen Community Day Susanville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lassen High Susanville | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Credence High Susanville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Thompson Peak Charter Susanville | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Diamond View Middle Susanville | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Meadow View Susanville | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Richmond Elementary Susanville | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Johnstonville Elementary Susanville | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Lassen County Special Education Susanville | 4.4 mi | — |
| McNutt Academy Janesvile | 9.5 mi | — |
| Janesville Elementary Janesville | 9.9 mi | 4.2 |
| DIAMOND VIEW MENNONITE CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Standish | 12.5 mi | — |
| Shaffer Elementary Litchfield | 14.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Fletcher Walker Elementary Westwood | 20.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Westwood High Westwood | 20.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Greenville Elementary Greenville | 24.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Greenville High Greenville | 25.0 mi | — |
| Juniper Ridge Elementary Susanville | 29.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,125
Median Home Value
$258,400
Median Rent
$982/mo
Population
20,892
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
65.3%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
| Bradford Woodbridge Fundamental Elementary Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckinley Elementary
What grades does Mckinley Elementary serve?
Mckinley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary?
Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 19.6:1. 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 #5,342 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 52% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
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?
64.0% 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lassen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (530) 257-5161
Resources & Links
District
Susanville Elementary- District Enrollment
- 989
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,520
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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