McKay Elementary School
754 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
School Overview
McKay Arts Academy, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a specialized public school that places a strong emphasis on integrating the arts into its core academic curriculum. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the academy is designed to foster both intellectual development and creative expression. By utilizing an arts-integrated approach, the school aims to engage students through multiple disciplines—including music, visual arts, theater, and dance—ensuring that students develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of academic subjects through hands-on, artistic exploration.
Beyond its artistic focus, the academy is deeply committed to building a vibrant, collaborative school community. As part of the Fitchburg Public Schools district, the institution promotes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to be curious, innovative, and reflective learners. By maintaining partnerships and leveraging the creative talents of its faculty and student body, McKay Arts Academy strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for success in high school and beyond, while nurturing their individual passions and talents.
Beyond its artistic focus, the academy is deeply committed to building a vibrant, collaborative school community. As part of the Fitchburg Public Schools district, the institution promotes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to be curious, innovative, and reflective learners. By maintaining partnerships and leveraging the creative talents of its faculty and student body, McKay Arts Academy strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for success in high school and beyond, while nurturing their individual passions and talents.
754
Total Students
67.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 129 |
| Hispanic | 485 |
| Black | 52 |
| Asian | 38 |
| Two or More | 44 |
| American Indian | 6 |
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Hispanic485 (64.3%)
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White129 (17.1%)
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Black52 (6.9%)
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Two or More44 (5.8%)
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Asian38 (5.0%)
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American Indian6 (0.8%)
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: | No |
| District: | Fitchburg |
| Phone: | (978)665-3187 |
| Website: | http://mckay.fitchburg.k12.ma.us |
| Grade Range: | 1st - 5th |
| Total Students: | 754 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 67.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 1
129
Grade 2
171
Grade 3
133
Grade 4
152
Grade 5
169
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 129 |
| Grade 2 | 171 |
| Grade 3 | 133 |
| Grade 4 | 152 |
| Grade 5 | 169 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 372 | 49.3% |
| Male | 382 | 50.7% |
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