Needs Improvement
#8756 of 9,539 schools in CA
William Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · Colton Joint Unified
600 West Johnston St., Colton, CA 92324
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,756 of 9,539
In Colton
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#26 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
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About William Mckinley Elementary
William Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Colton, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. William Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,756 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Mckinley Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
William Mckinley Elementary runs 23.8:1 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.
49% of students at William 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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William Mckinley Elementary — Students at William Mckinley Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 3.6/10.
How William Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how William Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 West Johnston St., Colton, CA 92324
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ramona-Alessandro Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ulysses Grant Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodrow Wilson Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colton, see our Colton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colton Middle Colton | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Paul Rogers Elementary Colton | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Ulysses Grant Elementary Colton | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Colton High Colton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Middle College High San Bernardino | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| J.P. Kelley Elementary Rialto | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Colton | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Rialto High Rialto | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Richardson PREP HI Middle San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| William G. Jehue Middle Colton | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Ramona-Alessandro Elementary San Bernardino | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington High Colton | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Lytle Creek Elementary San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Urbita Elementary San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Georgia F. Morris Elementary Colton | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Merle S. Casey Elementary Rialto | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Colton | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Arroyo Valley High San Bernardino | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,419
Median Home Value
$413,100
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,049
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
34.4
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| August Schilling Elementary Newark, CA | 3.8 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 3.8 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.8 |
| Bradley Elementary Watsonville, CA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Mckinley Elementary
What grades does William Mckinley Elementary serve?
William Mckinley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend William Mckinley Elementary?
William Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William Mckinley Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Mckinley Elementary rank in CA?
William Mckinley Elementary ranks #8,756 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 William Mckinley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Mckinley Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Mckinley Elementary a charter school?
No, William Mckinley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Mckinley Elementary a Title I school?
No, William Mckinley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Mckinley Elementary?
90.4% of students at William 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5028
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #26 of 27
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