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McKinley Elementary

2401 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90404

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 920 of 6962 in California

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About McKinley Elementary

McKinley Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Monica, California and It serves students in grades K–5. The school has about 390 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 20:1 which makes it possible for both group instruction and one-on-one attention. Students at McKinley Elementary come from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, just like the rest of the Santa Monica community. The school focuses on building strong academic foundations in literacy, math and science while also using arts, technology and group learning strategies in the classroom every day. Teachers often use project-based activities and small-group learning to stress critical thinking and problem-solving. About 59% of students do well enough in math to be considered proficient and about 72% do well enough in reading to be considered proficient. Santa Monica's strong focus on education and community service makes it a good place for local schools to be. McKinley Elementary has a balanced approach to elementary education and shows that its students do well in school. The school is one of the best elementary schools in California.

McKinley Elementary Contact Information

Address

2401 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90404

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Phone

(310) 828-5011

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 59%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 59% in Math and 72% in Reading.
20
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
393
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 920 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at McKinley Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 35.11%
Asian 13.74%
Hispanic 34.86%
Black 8.91%
Two+ Races 7.12%
Native Am. 0.25%
White
35.11%
Asian
13.74%
Hispanic
34.86%
Black
8.91%
Two+ Races
7.12%
Native Am.
0.25%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 393
44.02%
173 Female
55.98%
220 Male

Student Population

393 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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McKinley Elementary in Santa Monica, California, emphasizes student leadership and civic engagement programs within the institution. These programs motivate students to engage actively in their community, fostering a sense of ownership and empowerment. Through engagement in diverse projects, students cultivate vital competencies that equip them for prospective leadership positions.

FAQ

Q1. What does John Muir Elementary School do to get kids interested in learning about nature and the world around them?

Ans. Environmental themes, outdoor activities, and classroom discussions could all help kids learn to love nature.

Q2: How often do students get to work on creative projects?

Ans. Students can do art projects, research projects, and activities that let them be creative.

Q3. How does the school get students to talk to each other?

Answer: Teachers in classrooms want students to be able to ask questions and share their thoughts without fear.

Q4. How does the school show how proud it is of its students?

Ans. There are many ways to celebrate achievements, such as classroom parties, assemblies, and school-wide recognition programs.

Q5: How does the school help students get better at making friends?

Ans. Students can improve their communication and teamwork skills through group activities, cooperative learning, and school programs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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