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McKinley

Pasadena Unified · Los Angeles County · 325 South Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101-3418

(626) 396-5630 · mckinley.pusd.us

2/10
#5075
Rank 5075 out of 5,722
Top 89%
English Language Arts2/10 · #4780 · 16th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5442 · 5th percentile
Science3/10 · #4261 · 24th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

McKinley Elementary sits in the heart of Pasadena, a city known for its historic neighborhoods, Rose Bowl energy, and a genuinely diverse mix of longtime locals and newer families. Academics here are a work in progress — the school ranks in the lower tiers statewide, particularly in math — so families who prioritize test-score performance may want to weigh their options carefully or look into supplemental support. That said, Pasadena Unified has been investing in its schools, and for families rooted in the community who value staying close to home in one of the San Gabriel Valley's most culturally rich cities, McKinley can be a meaningful part of neighborhood life.

Student Demographics

346 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
236 (68%)
African American
59 (17%)
White
25 (7%)
Asian
13 (4%)
Filipino
6 (2%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners92 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged319 (92%)
Students with Disabilities59 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

538
Enrollment
31
Teachers (FTE)
17.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
20.6
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 · #264 · 96th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found