Serving 362 students in grades 6-8, J C Mckenna Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: J C McKenna Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Evansville school district, covering approximately 100 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
J C Mckenna Middle School's student population of 362 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
J C Mckenna Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J C Mckenna Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1028 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J C Mckenna Middle School's ranking?
J C Mckenna Middle School is ranked #1028 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are J C Mckenna Middle School often compared to?
J C Mckenna Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend J C Mckenna Middle School?
362 students attend J C Mckenna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of J C Mckenna Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J C Mckenna Middle School?
J C Mckenna Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does J C Mckenna Middle School offer ?
J C Mckenna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J C Mckenna Middle School part of?
J C Mckenna Middle School is part of Evansville Community School District.
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