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Mckinley ES

Elementary School · TULSA

6703 East King Street, Tulsa, OK 74115

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,357 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#77 of 104

public schools

In district

#48 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Mckinley ES

5.2/10

Elementary School in Tulsa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mckinley ES

Mckinley ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Mckinley ES serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,357 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Mckinley ES show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mckinley ES 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.

35% of students at Mckinley ES 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-9.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency6% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism35.1%

Mckinley ES — Students at Mckinley ES score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2024
Math
11.5%
ELA
21.8%
2025
Math
8.8%
ELA
6.3%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Mckinley ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in OK
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

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

6703 East King Street, Tulsa, OK 74115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MITCHELL ES (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELL ES (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tulsa 0.5 mi 4.4
MITCHELL ES Tulsa 0.4 mi 6.6
BELL ES Tulsa 0.7 mi 6.2
TULSA HONOR ACADEMY CHARTER Tulsa 0.8 mi 5.0
TULSA MET HS Tulsa 1.1 mi 5.5
Tulsa Met Middle School Tulsa 1.1 mi 4.7
HAMILTON ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 5.7
OWEN ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 5.7
TULSA HONOR ACADEMY HS Tulsa 1.9 mi 5.0
Flores Middle School Tulsa 1.9 mi 5.6
LINDBERGH ES Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.5
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Tulsa 2.2 mi 8.3
UNITY LEARNING ACADEMY Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.5
WILL ROGERS COLLEGE HS Tulsa 2.1 mi 6.5
WILL ROGERS COLLEGE MS Tulsa 2.1 mi 5.1
NATHAN HALE HS Tulsa 2.5 mi 3.9
TULSA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Tulsa 2.3 mi 6.1
Nathan Hale Middle School Tulsa 2.6 mi 4.3
MACARTHUR ES Tulsa 2.7 mi 5.0
CELIA CLINTON ES Tulsa 2.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,111

Median Home Value

$74,900

Median Rent

$987/mo

Population

23,657

College Educated

8.6%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

28.4%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley ES

What grades does Mckinley ES serve?

Mckinley ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mckinley ES?

Mckinley ES has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley ES is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mckinley ES rank in OK?

Mckinley ES ranks #1,357 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Mckinley ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mckinley ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley ES has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mckinley ES a charter school?

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

Is Mckinley ES a Title I school?

No, Mckinley ES is not currently a Title I school.

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

92.2% of students at Mckinley ES 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

District

TULSA
District Enrollment
33,562
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,873
District Rank
#48 of 69

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