Douglas McKay High School, most commonly known as McKay, is a public high school located in the North Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, Oregon, United States. Built in 1979, the school was named after Douglas McKay, former Governor of Oregon and United States Secretary of the Interior.
Serving 2,299 students in grades 9-12, Mckay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckay High School's student population of 2,299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
Royal blue, Gold, Kelly green
School Rankings
Mckay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckay High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1173 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
16%
58%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckay High School's ranking?
Mckay High School is ranked #1173 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Mckay High School often compared to?
Mckay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcnary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckay High School?
The graduation rate of Mckay High School is 84%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mckay High School?
2,299 students attend Mckay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mckay High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckay High School?
Mckay High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckay High School offer ?
Mckay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckay High School part of?
Mckay High School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckay High School located?
Mckay High School is located in the North Lancaster neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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