What grades does McKinley Elem serve?

McKinley Elem is a Primary school serving students in Abilene, KS. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is McKinley Elem located?

McKinley Elem is located at Abilene, KS in a town area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at McKinley Elem?

McKinley Elem has a student-teacher ratio of 18.6:1.

What schools are in Abilene, KS?

Abilene, KS is served by the local school district. McKinley Elem is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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McKinley Elem — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Abilene, Kansas|Abilene

Abilene, KS 67410

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Wed

Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.

Oct

Wed

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Dec

Fri

AHS Jazz Band & Vocal Holiday Tour of Schools performance @AMSHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Wed

AMS & AHS Vespers Holiday Vocal ConcertHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

End of 1st Semester, Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

2–3

Enrollment

205

Student:Teacher

18.6:1

Locale

Town

District

Abilene

Econ. Disadvantaged

51.7%

Phone

(785)263-2311

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

55-59%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

2 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.5:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

190

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

14.5

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.14

Nurses

0.47

School Resource Officers

0.2

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,745

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,479

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,600

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 69%Local 20%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.0%

Below 150% poverty line

3.0%

Unemployment rate

10.5%

Uninsured residents

6.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

248

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

223

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

89 (40%)

Speech/Language Impairment

34 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

22 (10%)

Autism

13 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

6 (3%)

Intellectual Disability

6 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

196

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.

Staff Day

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Early Release

half_day

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Abilene. McKinley Elem follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	AHS Jazz Band & Vocal Holiday Tour of Schools performance @AMSDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	AMS & AHS Vespers Holiday Vocal ConcertDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of 1st Semester, Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	FFA Community BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Mar 30, 2027	AMS State Assessments - Block Schedule Day 1District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	AMS State Assessments Block Schedule - Day 2District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	AMS State Assessments - Block Schedule Day 1District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Boys Track & Field: Weishaar / Miller Memorial Invitational (Varsity)District-wide Varsity Boys Track & Field - Weishaar / Miller Memorial Invitational	Holiday	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	AMS State Assessments Block Schedule - Day 2District-wide	exam	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	AMS State Assessments - Block Schedule Day 1District-wide	exam	—