McKinley Elementary School

The playground at McKinley Elementary School awaits children at recess.

McKinley Elementary School is part of the Appleton Public School system.

McKinley Elementary School students live in areas around south central Appleton.

Enrollment at McKinley Elementary School averages around 450 students.

McKinley Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6

1125 E Taft Ave, Appleton, WI

South Appleton Neighborhood

Appleton Area School District

380 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Andrea Vinje

Student Teacher Ratio
12:1

Math Proficiency
29%

Reading Proficiency
29%

C+

Academics

C+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

29%

Math Proficiency

29%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 12:1 Teachers 32	Full Time Teachers 32
Teachers in First or Second Year 2.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

455:1

Student Diversity

Male 53.4%	Female 46.6%
White 49.7%	Hispanic 21.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander 18.4%	Two or more races 5.8%
Black 4.5%	Native American <1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

11/17/2025

The parking/ pickup is just ridiculous no one ever moves up in the pick up line like they should, the people have CHILDREN trying to guide traffic when it should be an adults job dealing with vehicles and parents, other people coming to pick up think it’s okay to just park in whatever spot just open...

2.0 parent

11/17/2025

They blame you and yell at you for there pick up and drop off areas they dont have enough room for all the kids there system sucks for picking up your kids we figured we would try this school and it was a mistake the other schools had a much better pick up arange ment like Gegan Elementary School ca...

2.0 parent

9/15/2017

Overall This school was not great for my son may be for others but not mine.

5.0 parent

11/7/2013

This is my son's second year of going to McKinley, and I really do love this school. I honestly can't believe that it is considered a regular public school. With how much dedication the teachers give to making sure each child is individually getting what they need, I almost expect it to be a charter...

See More GreatSchools Reviews

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

Ashley Warning

Keller Williams Fox Cities

(920) 280-1662

129 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$240,000 Price

Ashley Warning
Annette Hetrick

Acre Realty, Ltd.

(920) 280-3367

258 Total Sales

3 in Attendance Zone

$200K - $375K Price Range

Annette Hetrick
Valerie Hall

Keller Williams Fox Cities

(920) 280-7148

125 Total Sales

3 in Attendance Zone

$159K - $315K Price Range

Valerie Hall
Tamara Van Krey

Responds Quickly

Berkshire Hathaway HS Fox Cities Realty

(920) 521-7870

172 Total Sales

3 in Attendance Zone

$230K - $325K Price Range

Tamara Van Krey
Jodi Young

Century 21 Ace Realty

(920) 521-7322

84 Total Sales

2 in Attendance Zone

$220K - $245K Price Range

Jodi Young
Lindsay Thorson

Cardinal Realty, LLC

(920) 315-8194

62 Total Sales

2 in Attendance Zone

$201K - $286K Price Range

Lindsay Thorson

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Explore this Neighborhood

South Appleton

Explore South Appleton

List Price Range

$190K - $638K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$325,502

Median Lot Size

10,454 Sq Ft

% Renters

32%

Average Household Income

$91,341

% of College Grads

35%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,993 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

59.3%

Homes for Sale

$349,900

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,131 Sq Ft

1123 Stillmeadow Ln

Nearly half an acre of peaceful, wooded beauty surrounded by trees & wildlife in your own backyard. Great for RV or boat storage. This is the kind of setting that instantly feels like a retreat! This turnkey 3 bedroom, 3 full bath home is truly move-in ready, offering a warm and inviting layout desi...

Laurie Smith

Think Hallmark Real Estate

(920) 781-1169

$739,900

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,811 Sq Ft

2608 Canvasback Dr
New 12 days ago

This stunning ranch style home sits on a private half-acre lot in Woodland Lakes Cottages backing up to serene woods. The main level features a sun-drenched, open layout with two spacious bedrooms, an office/den with French doors, two full baths, and a tranquil three-seasons room perfect for enjoyin...

Jodi Young

Century 21 Ace Realty

(920) 764-5993

$459,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,601 Sq Ft

1005 Lotus Trail

Brand new 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 3 car garage ranch in the Appleton School District! Built by Lorbiecki Homes, this energy efficient home blends quality craftsmanship with custom finishes throughout. The open concept design features a spacious kitchen with quartz countertops, a walk-in pantry, and first...

Autumn Schunke Keller Williams Fox Cities

$499,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,803 Sq Ft

W5890 Edgewood Dr
New 2 days ago

Check out the new "Franklin" plan by Drake Homes! Enjoy the open floor plan with split bedroom design. Large kitchen and dining room area. Industrial steel railing. Driveway included.

Parker DeWitt DeWitt Londre LLC

$459,900

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,768 Sq Ft

2876 Chrystella Dr
New 10 days ago

Welcome home to this stunning 2-story residence, designed for comfort & entertainment. With 4 spacious bedrooms & 3.1 well-appointed bathrooms, this home offers plenty of room to grow. Cozy up by the gas fireplace in the inviting living area, or enjoy the versatility of the huge 4th bedroom—a true b...

Caroline Lasecki Century 21 Ace Realty

$459,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,601 Sq Ft

2951 Winnipeg St

New 3 bedroom ranch home built by Lorbiecki Homes, LLC. Quartz countertops throughout. Kitchen features a large island, a walk in pantry. The primary suite includes a walk in closet, a wall closet and a double vanity. Great room, dining and kitchen have a cathedral ceiling. An electric fireplace is ...

Lisa Schmidt Keller Williams Fox Cities

$69,900

Land
0.71 Acres Lot

N8811 Hwy 10 & 114

Come out and build your dream home on this .71 acre partially wooded lot just North of Lake Winnebago & within walking distance to Waverly Beach. Generously sized & partially cleared of trees - ready for your home plans! Water & Sewer run lateral on Arnold Dr - Electric is overhead. All photographed...

Ryan Paul Century 21 Ace Realty

$10,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,344 Sq Ft

516 E Maple St
New 26 days ago

Listing price is the opening bid. Property sells to the highest bidder upon seller confirmation. Online-only auction through HiBid. Bidding opens 8/5/2026 with a soft close on 9/2/2026 at 5:00 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to own a charming 4-bedroom, 1-bath Craftsman home. Features include stunni...

Lori Verhalen United Country-Udoni & Salan Realty

$449,900

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,838 Sq Ft

920 Clover Ct

Welcome to this stunning ranch home, where design and craftsmanship meet luxury, and comfort. The expansive single-story residence is thoughtfully crafted to cater to modern tastes, offering the perfect balance of relaxation and entertainment. The heart of the home is a great room with large windows...

Ryan Myers Myers, Inc.

$469,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
2,158 Sq Ft

874 Fountain Way

Build your dream home on this beautiful lot with a thoughtfully designed open-concept floor plan perfect for modern living. The main level will feature spacious living and dining areas, a bright kitchen ideal for entertaining, and seamless flow throughout. Enjoy a partially finished lower level offe...

Ryan Myers Myers, Inc.

$384,900

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,704 Sq Ft

3026 Community Way

Newer Construction Zero Entry Condos built by the dream team of Three Leaf Partners & Hartwood Homes. Desirable end unit! 10 foot ceilings! Open concept design with modern kitchen with quartz countertops & center island and huge 10x07 pantry. Living room with gas fireplace and adequate space for a s...

Tyler Beckman Beckman Properties

$299,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,439 Sq Ft

2007 S Gladys Ave

Updated 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch with high end finishes through out. Open kitchen features a custom quartz waterfall island, white shaker cabinets, tiled backsplash and stainless steel appliance package. New (2024) thermal vinyl double hung windows and commercial grade flooring throughout (2024). Prim...

Alex Mabry Berkshire Hathaway HS Fox Cities Realty

See All Homes

Homes for Rent

$1,400 - $1,865 per month

Lakeshore Ridge
1 - 2 Beds
1-2 Baths
773+ Sq Ft

3001 Community Way
Menasha, WI

Experience a modern, maintenance-free, and amenity-rich lifestyle at Lakeshore Ridge! Located along Community Way in Menasha, Lakeshore Ridge is conveniently accessed via Lake Park Road and Hwy 114. Lakeshore Ridge is located across the street from Lake Park Fitness, and a short drive from several r...

$1,125 - $1,950 per month

Mirragio
1 - 3 Beds
1-3 Baths
903+ Sq Ft

W6577 E Midway Rd
Appleton, WI

Discover modern amenities fused with everyday convenience at Mirragio. This sanctuary of leased residences offers the highly sought after “condo style” living concept with individually controlled heating and central air. Mirragio aims to achieve the exclusivity you have been searching for with woode...

$1,195 per month

Condo for Rent
2 Beds
1 Bath

109 E Mitchell Ave
Unit 10
Appleton, WI

Lower 2br/1ba Apartment for rent in AppletonHeat and water included with rentCoin operated laundry in buildingEasy access to HWY 441 and Oneida St. **PICTURES MAY BE FROM A SIMILAR UNIT**Please call ( calls Only) or text (text only)to schedule a showingOnline applica...

See Homes For Rent

Zoya Dog Run

Mead Park

Hoover Park

Wisconsin Calumet County Appleton 54915 South Appleton

McKinley Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Appleton, WI and is served by the Appleton Area School District in Wisconsin. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 380 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. McKinley Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $325,502. Learn more about what Appleton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near McKinley Elementary School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

Ashley Warning

Nearby Homes