Douglas McKay High School, most commonly known as McKay, is a

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located in the North Lancaster neighborhood of Salem,

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. Built in 1979, the school was named after

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, former

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and

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History

In 1976 the city of Salem announced an interest in annexing the school's site.

Academics

In the 2015–2016 school year, 72.1% of McKay's seniors received a high school diploma, compared to a statewide rate of 74.8%. As of the 2017–2018 school year, McKay offers a wide range of courses and extra-curricular activities to its students.

Notable alumni

* Ryan Bailey (2007) - U.S. Olympic team member - 100 meter dash, 400 meter relay team (silver medal) *

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(1983) - professional baseball player and minor league manager * Gus Envela, Jr. (1986) - Olympic runner for

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References

Educational institutions established in 1979 High schools in Salem, Oregon School buildings completed in 1979 Public high schools in Oregon 1979 establishments in Oregon {{oregon-school-stub