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#1204 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 49% in state

Mckinley Elementary School

Elementary School · North Bergen School District

3110 LIBERTY AVE, North Bergen, NJ 07047

Enrollment

320

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,204 of 2,466

In North Bergen

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

North Bergen School District

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Mckinley Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in North Bergen · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mckinley Elementary School

Mckinley Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Bergen, NJ, part of North Bergen School District. Mckinley Elementary School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,204 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-23.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,134
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Mckinley Elementary School — Students at Mckinley Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
21.6%
ELA
38.3%
2025
Math
24.4%
ELA
40.9%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Mckinley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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

3110 LIBERTY AVE, North Bergen, NJ 07047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sara M. Gilmore Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Bergen, see our North Bergen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Union City High School Union City 0.4 mi 4.5
Robert Waters Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 7.3
Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education Union City 0.5 mi 8.5
Jose Marti STEM Academy Union City 0.7 mi 8.7
Sara M. Gilmore Academy Union City 0.8 mi 8.4
ST FRANCIS ACADEMY Union City 0.8 mi 6.5
Daniel Webster School Weehawken 0.8 mi 6.7
George Washington Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 6.0
Jefferson Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 8.1
Veterans' Memorial Elementary School Union City 0.9 mi 6.6
Emerson Middle School Union City 0.9 mi 6.9
MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City 1.0 mi 8.1
John F Kennedy Elementary School N. Bergen 1.0 mi 5.2
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City 1.0 mi 7.7
Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen 1.0 mi 7.3
Union Hill Middle School Union City 0.8 mi 6.7
Hudson Elementary School Union City 1.1 mi 8.4
RISING STAR ACADEMY Union City 0.9 mi 6.5
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Union City 1.0 mi 6.3
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 1.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,505

Median Home Value

$466,800

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

61,202

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

41.3%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley Elementary School

What grades does Mckinley Elementary School serve?

Mckinley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?

Mckinley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mckinley Elementary School rank in NJ?

Mckinley Elementary School ranks #1,204 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mckinley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mckinley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mckinley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

78.1% of students at Mckinley Elementary 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
82 Very Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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