Serving 964 students in grades 9-12, Macon County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Macon County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 307.2 square miles in Lafayette, TN. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Macon County High School's student population of 964 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macon County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macon County High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1145 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
White
78%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macon County High School's ranking?
Macon County High School is ranked #1145 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macon County High School?
The graduation rate of Macon County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Macon County High School?
964 students attend Macon County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Macon County High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Macon County High School offer ?
Macon County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macon County High School part of?
Macon County High School is part of Macon County School District.
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