Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mckenzie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: McKenzie Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Mc Kenzie, TN, encompassing approximately 55.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckenzie Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Mckenzie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckenzie Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#479 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckenzie Elementary School's ranking?
Mckenzie Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Mckenzie Elementary School often compared to?
Mckenzie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Huntingdon Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Mckenzie Elementary School?
552 students attend Mckenzie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mckenzie Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Mckenzie Elementary School offer ?
Mckenzie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckenzie Elementary School part of?
Mckenzie Elementary School is part of Mckenzie School District.
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