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McKay Creek Elementary School

Pendleton SD 16 · Umatilla County · 1539 SW 44th St, Pendleton, OR 97801.0

(541)966-3000

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7/10
#231
Rank 231 out of 666
Top 35%
English Language Arts7/10 · #248 · 63rd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #215 · 68th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

McKay Creek Elementary sits in Pendleton, a small high desert city in eastern Oregon best known for its famous rodeo and deep ranching heritage — a place where community roots run deep and neighbors actually know each other. The school lands solidly in the middle-upper tier statewide, with math scores giving it a slight edge over English, making it a reasonable fit for families who value a balanced education in a tight-knit setting. Families drawn to wide open spaces, a slower pace of life, and a school community where kids don't get lost in the crowd will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

140 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
114 (81%)
Hispanic
11 (8%)
Multiple Races
10 (7%)
Other
5 (4%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged29 (21%)
Students with Disabilities17 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

265
Enrollment
14.4
Teachers (FTE)
18.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
23
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #450 · 34th percentile

28 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Oregon.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found