MCKINLEY WILLIAM SCHOOL

McKinley William Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 464 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 31 teachers, McKinley William Sch 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.

**William McKinley School**, located at 2101 N. Orkney St. in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of West Kensington, is a public elementary school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school plays a central role in its local community, providing foundational education to a diverse student population in an urban setting.

The school is housed in a historic building and functions as a neighborhood anchor, focusing on the academic and social development of children in the 19122 zip code. Like many schools within the district, McKinley emphasizes core curriculum standards while navigating the challenges and opportunities of the Philadelphia public school system. Parents and community members often view it as a primary resource for neighborhood youth, striving to foster a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the transition to high school.

For more information, contact McKinley William Sch at (215) 291-4702 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.