McKay Elementary School

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.
727
Total Students
66.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McKay Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White146
Hispanic448
Black42
Asian37
Two or More54
  • Hispanic
    448 (61.6 %)
  • White
    146 (20.1 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (7.4 %)
  • Black
    42 (5.8 %)
  • Asian
    37 (5.1 %)
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: 727
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 1 129
Grade 2 134
Grade 3 156
Grade 4 177
Grade 5 131

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McKay Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Grade 1129
Grade 2134
Grade 3156
Grade 4177
Grade 5131
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McKay Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32044%
Male40756%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)