Serving 1 students in grades 5-8, Mckinley Educational Center ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mckinley Educational Center's student population of 1 students has declined by 99% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1 student

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mckinley Educational Center is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
100%
28%

Black
n/a
16%

White
n/a
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Educational Center?
1 students attend Mckinley Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mckinley Educational Center students are Hispanic.
What grades does Mckinley Educational Center offer ?
Mckinley Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Mckinley Educational Center part of?
Mckinley Educational Center is part of Cicero SD 99 School District.
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