Overview

McKinley Elementary School is a public school in Newark, NJ. It is one of 73 schools in The Newark Public School District.

School Rating

McKinley Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in New Jersey with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1 Colonnade Place
Newark, NJ 07104
School leader: Ms Lynette Dortrait
(973) 268-5270
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School attendance zone
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