Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mckenzie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckenzie Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckenzie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 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 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
13%
21%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckenzie Elementary School's ranking?
Mckenzie Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Mckenzie Elementary School often compared to?
Mckenzie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntingdon Primary, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
545 students attend Mckenzie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mckenzie Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckenzie Elementary School?
Mckenzie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mckenzie Elementary School offer ?
Mckenzie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mckenzie Elementary School part of?
Mckenzie Elementary School is part of Mckenzie School District.
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