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#916 of 1,793 schools in MA
Mckay Elementary School
Elementary School · Fitchburg
67 Rindge Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.2
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.2
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#916 of 1,793
In Fitchburg
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Fitchburg
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mckay Elementary School
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About Mckay Elementary School
Mckay Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fitchburg, MA, part of Fitchburg. Mckay Elementary School serves approximately 762 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #916 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckay Elementary School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mckay Elementary School 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.
37% of students at Mckay Elementary 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
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Mckay Elementary School — Students at Mckay Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 103 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Mckay Elementary School Compares
See how Mckay Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
67 Rindge Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckay Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Johnny Appleseed (rated 6.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Leominster), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Reingold Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northwest (rated 5.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Leominster), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fitchburg, see our Fitchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Goodrich Academy Fitchburg | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Fitchburg High Fitchburg | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Northwest Leominster | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Leominster High School Leominster | 4.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Johnny Appleseed Leominster | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Advanced Community Experience Program Lunenburg | 3.5 mi | — |
| Priest Street Leominster | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Lunenburg High Lunenburg | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Lunenburg Middle School Lunenburg | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,334
Median Home Value
$294,600
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
41,677
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Briggs Elementary Ashburnham, MA | 6.2 |
| Carver Elementary School Carver, MA | 6.2 |
| Mary Fonseca Elementary School Fall River, MA | 6.2 |
| Rogers STEM Academy Lowell, MA | 6.2 |
| Brookside Milford, MA | 6.3 |
| Davis Hill Elementary Holden, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckay Elementary School
What grades does Mckay Elementary School serve?
Mckay Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Mckay Elementary School?
Mckay Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 762 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckay Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckay Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckay Elementary School rank in MA?
Mckay Elementary School ranks #916 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mckay Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mckay Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckay Elementary School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is Mckay Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mckay Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckay Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mckay Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 762
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (978) 665-3187
Resources & Links
District
Fitchburg- District Enrollment
- 5,124
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,238
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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