Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Mckee Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckee Middle School's student population of 599 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Mckee Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckee Middle School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1142 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
94%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckee Middle School's ranking?
Mckee Middle School is ranked #1142 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mckee Middle School often compared to?
Mckee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brewbaker Middle School, Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mckee Middle School?
599 students attend Mckee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mckee Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckee Middle School?
Mckee Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckee Middle School offer ?
Mckee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckee Middle School part of?
Mckee Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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