Serving 351 students in grades 6-8, Mcgary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcgary Middle School's student population of 351 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgary Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
31%
13%
White
41%
65%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgary Middle School's ranking?
Mcgary Middle School is ranked #1635 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mcgary Middle School often compared to?
Mcgary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaza Park International Prep Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Mcgary Middle School?
351 students attend Mcgary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mcgary Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgary Middle School?
Mcgary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcgary Middle School offer ?
Mcgary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcgary Middle School part of?
Mcgary Middle School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
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