MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in OWATONNA, MN with about 609 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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, located in Owatonna, Minnesota, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Owatonna Public School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students in their early academic years can develop both foundational academic skills and essential social-emotional competencies. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future schooling while encouraging a lifelong curiosity for knowledge.

Beyond its core academics, MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY emphasizes the importance of community and partnership with local families to ensure every student thrives. The school utilizes resources provided by the Owatonna school system to offer a structured, safe, and engaging environment. Through its active school portal and administrative commitment, McKinley works to keep parents informed and involved, ensuring that the school remains a collaborative space where students are supported by both their educators and their broader community.

For more information, contact MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY at (507) 444-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.