Macmillan International At Mckee ranked #84 in Alabama in 2023, showing improvement from #323 in 2021 but declining from a peak of #43 in 2012; it consistently ranked among the top 10–20% for overall testing, math, reading, and science proficiency.
The school's 2023 math proficiency ranged between 50–54%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 80–84%, substantially higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 65–69%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment was stable around 368 students in 2023 for grades K–5, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1; minority enrollment remained very high at 97%, predominantly Black non–Hispanic students.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 26% in 2016–2018 to 44% in 2023, indicating a rising proportion of economically disadvantaged students over recent years in this Montgomery County magnet school.
Graduation rates have consistently lagged behind state and district averages, with 70% in 2023 versus the state average of 88% and district average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macmillan International At Mckee ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Macmillan International At Mckee's student population of 386 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Macmillan International At Mckee ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macmillan International At Mckee is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
90%
31%
White
4%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macmillan International At Mckee's ranking?
Macmillan International At Mckee is ranked #84 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Macmillan International At Mckee often compared to?
Macmillan International At Mckeeis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Avenue Elementary School, Bear Exploration Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Macmillan International At Mckee?
386 students attend Macmillan International At Mckee.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Macmillan International At Mckee students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macmillan International At Mckee?
Macmillan International At Mckee has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Macmillan International At Mckee offer ?
Macmillan International At Mckee offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macmillan International At Mckee part of?
Macmillan International At Mckee is part of Montgomery County School District.
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