MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY - 06

McKinley Elementary - 06 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Watertown School District 14-4 school district, located in Watertown, SD with about 249 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 16 teachers, McKinley Elementary - 06 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 at 5 12th St SW in Watertown, South Dakota, is a public elementary school serving students within the Watertown School District. As part of a district dedicated to academic excellence and student development, the school focuses on providing a foundational education in a supportive community environment. It follows the district's mission to prepare students for future success by balancing rigorous core curriculum with opportunities for social and emotional growth.

The school benefits from being part of the broader Watertown educational system, which emphasizes strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the local community. Through its website, the school maintains transparent communication regarding its academic calendar, student resources, and district-wide policies. By fostering a welcoming atmosphere, McKinley Elementary strives to cultivate a safe and engaging space where young learners can build the fundamental skills necessary for their transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact McKinley Elementary - 06 at (605) 882-6350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5 12th St SW
Watertown, SD 57201
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MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY - 06 is a public Title I school in Watertown, SD with about 249 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
249
Teachers:
16.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 249 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY - 06 is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
76.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
8.8%
Hispanic/Latino
7.2%
Two or more races
7.2%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.