Very Good
#830 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 37% in state
Mckenna Elementary
Elementary School · Yelm School District
PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#830 of 2,228
In Yelm
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Yelm School District
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mckenna Elementary
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About Mckenna Elementary
Mckenna Elementary is a public elementary school in Yelm, WA, part of Yelm School District. Mckenna Elementary serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckenna Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #830 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckenna Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Mckenna Elementary 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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Mckenna Elementary — Students at Mckenna Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Mckenna Elementary Compares
See how Mckenna Elementary 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
PO Box 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckenna Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beachwood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis North), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Rainier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis Main), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yelm, see our Yelm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Stevens Elementary Yelm | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Yelm Prairie Elementary Yelm | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Yelm Extension School Yelm | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Yelm Middle School Yelm | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Mill Pond Elementary School Yelm | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Ridgeline Middle School Yelm | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Roy Elementary Roy | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| EAGLE VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yelm | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Yelm High School 12 Yelm | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm | 6.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Rainier Middle School Rainier | 7.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Rainier Senior High School Rainier | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Elementary School Rainier | 7.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Rainier Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 10.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Hillside Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 11.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 12.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont | 11.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Beachwood Elementary School Jblm Lewis North | 12.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Tillicum Elementary School Lakewood | 12.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98597 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,120
Median Home Value
$423,200
Median Rent
$1,441/mo
Population
26,431
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.2
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| Adams Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 7.0 |
| Boze Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 7.0 |
| Butler Acres Elementary Kelso, WA | 7.0 |
| C O Sorenson Bothell, WA | 7.0 |
| Evergreen Heights Elementary Auburn, WA | 7.0 |
| Glenridge Elementary Kent, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckenna Elementary
What grades does Mckenna Elementary serve?
Mckenna Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mckenna Elementary?
Mckenna Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckenna Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckenna Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckenna Elementary rank in WA?
Mckenna Elementary ranks #830 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mckenna Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckenna Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Mckenna Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckenna Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mckenna Elementary a charter school?
No, Mckenna Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckenna Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mckenna Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckenna Elementary?
56.1% of students at Mckenna 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (360) 458-2400
Resources & Links
District
Yelm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,820
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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