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#2339 of 3,441 schools in OH
Mckinley Elementary School
Elementary School · Fairport Harbor Exempted Village
602 Plum St, Fairport Harbor, OH 44077
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,339 of 3,441
In Fairport Harbor
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Fairport Harbor Exempted Village
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Mckinley Elementary School
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About Mckinley Elementary School
Mckinley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fairport Harbor, OH, part of Fairport Harbor Exempted Village. Mckinley Elementary School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,339 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Mckinley 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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Mckinley Elementary School — Students at Mckinley Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 5.7/10.
How Mckinley Elementary School Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary School 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
602 Plum St, Fairport Harbor, OH 44077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Hollow Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Mentor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melridge Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Painesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Painesville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairport Harbor, see our Fairport Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairport Harding High School Fairport Harbor | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Elm Street Elementary School Painesville | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Maple Elementary School Painesville | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Painesville | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Harvey High School Painesville | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Harvey Academy Painesville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Chestnut Elementary School Painesville | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Heritage Middle School Painesville | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Cardinal Autism Resource and Education School (CARES) Mentor | 2.7 mi | — |
| Buckeye Elementary School Painesville | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| iSTEM Painesville | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Riverview Elementary School Painesville | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Melridge Elementary School Painesville | 4.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MENTOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mentor | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverside Jr/Sr High School Painesville | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Henry F Lamuth Middle School Painesville | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Riverside Preschool Concord Township | 3.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Orchard Hollow Elementary School Mentor | 4.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,692
Median Home Value
$217,400
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
57,947
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
41.8
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| Columbus Intermediate School Bedford, OH | 5.5 |
| Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo, OH | 5.5 |
| Glenwood Elementary School Toledo, OH | 5.5 |
| L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted Toledo, OH | 5.5 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary School?
Mckinley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary School is 17.5:1. 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 OH?
Mckinley Elementary School ranks #2,339 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Mckinley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
71.9% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (440) 354-4982
Resources & Links
District
Fairport Harbor Exempted Village- District Enrollment
- 599
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,367
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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