Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mckay Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Mckay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#470 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
7%
3%
White
49%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay Elementary School's ranking?
Mckay Elementary School is ranked #470 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Mckay Elementary School?
244 students attend Mckay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mckay Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckay Elementary School?
Mckay Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckay Elementary School offer ?
Mckay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckay Elementary School part of?
Mckay Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckay Elementary School located?
Mckay Elementary School is located in the Denney Whitford neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Denney Whitford.
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