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McKinley Elementary

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Los Angeles County · 2401 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2044

(310) 828-5011

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9/10
#1063
Rank 1063 out of 5,722
Top 19%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1162 · 80th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #1068 · 81st percentile
Science9/10 · #978 · 83rd percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

McKinley Elementary sits in the heart of Santa Monica, a few miles from the beach in one of LA's most sought-after school zones, where families are drawn as much by the lifestyle as by the academics. With strong scores across English, math, and science, it holds its own in a district that takes education seriously, making it a natural fit for families who want solid public school options without sacrificing that laid-back coastal California feel. The surrounding neighborhood is walkable, diverse, and full of young families, and the school reflects that energy — community-minded, engaged, and genuinely invested in its kids.

Student Demographics

193 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
64 (33%)
White
64 (33%)
Asian
27 (14%)
African American
23 (12%)
Multiple Races
11 (6%)
Filipino
3 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners25 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged92 (48%)
Students with Disabilities42 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

362
Enrollment
22.6
Teachers (FTE)
16:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0
Administrators (FTE)
19.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

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 Programs10/10 · #109 · 98th percentile

429 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found