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Mckinley Elementary

Elementary School · OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

1050 22ND ST. NE, Owatonna, MN 55060

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,154 of 1,992

In Owatonna

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Mckinley Elementary

5.9/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Mckinley Elementary

Mckinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Owatonna, MN, part of OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mckinley Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,154 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,596
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Mckinley Elementary — Students at Mckinley Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Mckinley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1050 22ND ST. NE, Owatonna, MN 55060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Owatonna Online K-6 (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Owatonna, see our Owatonna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Owatonna Middle School Owatonna 0.7 mi 5.2
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Owatonna 0.9 mi 6.8
OWATONNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Owatonna 0.8 mi 6.0
OWATONNA ECSE Owatonna 1.8 mi 6.0
OWATONNA ALC 9-12 Owatonna 1.8 mi 6.2
Owatonna Online K-6 Owatonna 1.8 mi 6.1
Owatonna Online 9-12 Owatonna 1.8 mi 2.1
Owatonna Online 7-8 Owatonna 1.8 mi
CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna 1.9 mi 5.2
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Owatonna 2.5 mi 6.1
ST MARYS SCHOOL Owatonna 2.4 mi 6.4
OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH Owatonna 3.1 mi 6.9
WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna 2.6 mi 6.0
MEDFORD SECONDARY Medford 4.7 mi 5.0
MEDFORD ELEMENTARY Medford 4.8 mi 5.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault 11.8 mi
Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault 11.8 mi
Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault 11.8 mi 4.1
FARIBAULT MIDDLE Faribault 11.8 mi 5.4
MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND Faribault 12.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,848

Median Home Value

$239,300

Median Rent

$1,018/mo

Population

29,601

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley Elementary

What grades does Mckinley Elementary serve?

Mckinley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mckinley Elementary?

Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 13.8:1. 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 MN?

Mckinley Elementary ranks #1,154 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

44.9% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Steele County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,995
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,596
District Rank
#8 of 10

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