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Mckinley Elem School

Elementary School · Bellwood SD 88

3317 Butterfield Rd, Bellwood, IL 60104

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,476 of 3,813

In Bellwood

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Bellwood SD 88

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Mckinley Elem School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Bellwood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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4.6/10

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About Mckinley Elem School

Mckinley Elem School is a public elementary school in Bellwood, IL, part of Bellwood SD 88. Mckinley Elem School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,476 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elem School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Mckinley Elem School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-5.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)3% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,709
Chronic Absenteeism42.6%

Mckinley Elem School — Students at Mckinley Elem School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
2.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Mckinley Elem School Compares

See how Mckinley Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in IL
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

Location

3317 Butterfield Rd, Bellwood, IL 60104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Dual Language Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Maywood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melrose Park Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Melrose Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thurgood Marshall Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellwood, see our Bellwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Childhood Center Bellwood 0.6 mi 6.5
Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood 0.5 mi 4.6
Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood 0.5 mi 5.5
Lincoln Elementary School Bellwood 0.8 mi 3.9
Grant Elem School Melrose Park 0.9 mi 4.8
Jefferson Primary School Bellwood 0.8 mi 3.8
JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park 1.1 mi 4.7
JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park 1.1 mi
ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park 1.3 mi
Grant Primary Stone Park 1.4 mi 4.6
Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park 1.2 mi 6.4
Irving Middle School Maywood 1.1 mi 7.3
Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park 1.5 mi 7.3
Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood 1.4 mi 8.3
Roosevelt Elem School Broadview 1.7 mi 3.3
Westchester Middle School Westchester 2.0 mi 5.7
MacArthur Middle School Berkeley 1.6 mi 5.3
WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park 1.6 mi 7.1
Sunnyside Intermediate School Berkeley 1.6 mi 4.4
Proviso West High School Hillside 1.8 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,270

Median Home Value

$219,300

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

18,390

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL 5.5
Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL 5.5
Blackstone Elem School Mendota, IL 5.5
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, IL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley Elem School

What grades does Mckinley Elem School serve?

Mckinley Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mckinley Elem School?

Mckinley Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elem School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mckinley Elem School rank in IL?

Mckinley Elem School ranks #2,476 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Mckinley Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley Elem School 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 Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Elem School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mckinley Elem School a charter school?

No, Mckinley Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mckinley Elem School a Title I school?

No, Mckinley Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Elem School?

100.0% of students at Mckinley Elem School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

District

Bellwood SD 88
District Enrollment
2,021
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,709
District Rank
#2 of 7

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