MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

McKinley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gridley Unified school district, located in Gridley, CA with about 311 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 1st Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, McKinley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

McKinley Elementary is a public school located in Gridley, California, serving students as part of the Gridley Unified School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for children in the community, focusing on core academic development and social-emotional growth. As a primary school, it serves as a central hub for early childhood education within the district, striving to prepare students for their transition into middle school and beyond.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Gridley Unified School District, which emphasizes academic excellence, a supportive learning culture, and meaningful community engagement. By fostering a structured classroom environment and offering various resources, McKinley Elementary aims to ensure that all students have access to the necessary tools for success. For families looking for specific information regarding school calendars, district policies, or enrollment procedures, the district’s official website at http://www.gusd.org serves as the primary resource for updates and school-specific communications.

For more information, contact McKinley Elementary at (530) 846-5686 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.