Serving 757 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macon County Junior High School's student population of 757 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macon County Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macon County Junior High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
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 #642 out of 1,721 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Macon County Junior High School?
757 students attend Macon County Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Macon County Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macon County Junior High School?
Macon County Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Macon County Junior High School offer ?
Macon County Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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