Mcadory Elementary School

6251 Eastern Valley Rd
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcadory Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 634 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 50% in AL
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mcadory Elementary School's student population of 634 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Mcadory Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcadory Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
#447 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
35%
30%
48%
47%
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
63%
32%
White
21%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mcadory Elementary School's ranking?
Mcadory Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mcadory Elementary School?
634 students attend Mcadory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mcadory Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcadory Elementary School?
Mcadory Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcadory Elementary School offer ?
Mcadory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcadory Elementary School part of?
Mcadory Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.

School Reviews

2   4/5/2010
Great facilities, outdated materials and poor communication with parents/teachers.
- Posted by Parent - ckwoo

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 634 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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