Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Macon County Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Macon County Junior High School serves the western part of Lafayette, TN, covering an area of approximately 213.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect an average drive time of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macon County Junior High School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Macon County Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macon County Junior High School is 0.33, 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
#693 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
White
80%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Junior High School's ranking?
Macon County Junior High School is ranked #693 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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).
How many students attend Macon County Junior High School?
778 students attend Macon County Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Macon County Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Macon County Junior High School offer ?
Macon County Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macon County Junior High School part of?
Macon County Junior High School is part of Macon County School District.
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