About McKinley High School

In 1901 a Branch of West Division High School was renamed McKinley High School in anticipation of its relocation into a new building at 2040 W Adams Street. McKinley Upper Grade Center was also located inside the McKinley High School building. McKinley high school closed in 1954, the Upper Grade Center continued into the 1990's and the building now houses the Cregier Multiplex.

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School picture - CA 1908

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Honor Roll

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Dr. Arthur D Griffin

Achievement: 
Pastor, Civic Leader
CPS Schools Attended: 
Hayes Elementary
McKinley High School

Eldee Young

Eldee Young

Courtesy of Tyree Young

Recognized Achievement: 
Grammy Winner
CPS Schools Attended: 
McKinley High School

Phyllis A. Whitney

Recognized Achievement: 
New York Times Best Seller List
CPS Schools Attended: 
McKinley High School

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