Serving 378 students in grades 5-8, Mckenzie Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKenzie Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Mc Kenzie, TN, encompassing approximately 55.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckenzie Middle School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I am a respectful student. I am responsible, resilient, and ready to learn. I will focus on what's important; my academics and being the best that I know I'm supposed to be.
School Rankings
Mckenzie Middle 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 Mckenzie Middle School is 0.41, 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
#643 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)11.9%
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
9%
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 Mckenzie Middle School's ranking?
Mckenzie Middle School is ranked #643 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Mckenzie Middle School?
378 students attend Mckenzie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mckenzie Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mckenzie Middle School offer ?
Mckenzie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckenzie Middle School part of?
Mckenzie Middle School is part of Mckenzie School District.
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