School Overview
McKinley School, located in the heart of Pasadena, California, serves as a prominent K-8 institution within the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD). The school is distinguished by its focus on providing a comprehensive educational experience that bridges the gap between elementary and middle school, helping students transition through their formative years in a consistent, community-oriented environment. McKinley is known for fostering a supportive academic culture that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and the development of the "whole child" through various enrichment programs and extracurricular activities.

Beyond its academic offerings, McKinley is highly regarded for its commitment to diversity and its active involvement with the surrounding Pasadena community. The school benefits from its central location, which allows for strong partnerships with local organizations and parental engagement initiatives. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a strong emphasis on character development and social-emotional learning, McKinley aims to prepare its students not only for high school success but for responsible citizenship in an increasingly interconnected world.
538
Total Students
29.6
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McKinley
Demographic Student Count
White48
Hispanic344
Black94
Asian32
Two or More18
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    344 (63.9%)
  • Black
    94 (17.5%)
  • White
    48 (8.9%)
  • Asian
    32 (5.9%)
  • Two or More
    18 (3.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Pasadena Unified
Phone: (626)396-5630
Website: http://mckinley.pusd.us
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 538
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 370
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 52
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 59
Grade 1 46
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 46
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 59
Grade 6 68
Grade 7 80
Grade 8 76

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McKinley
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten59
Grade 146
Grade 246
Grade 346
Grade 458
Grade 559
Grade 668
Grade 780
Grade 876
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McKinley
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24545.5%
Male29354.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)