Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckinley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinley School's student population of 299 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Mckinley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
20%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
56%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley School's ranking?
Mckinley School is ranked #406 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Mckinley School often compared to?
Mckinley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark School, Canyon Creek School, Lockwood Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Mckinley School?
299 students attend Mckinley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mckinley School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley School?
Mckinley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckinley School offer ?
Mckinley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley School part of?
Mckinley School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley School located?
Mckinley School is located in the North Elevation neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 1 other public schools located in North Elevation.
School Reviews
5 4/29/2022
i used to go to this school and it was really fun and interesting it is a really fun experience there and the staff was really nice to me and the other children
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