Serving 301 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcgary Middle School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mcgary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgary Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1638 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
34%
13%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgary Middle School's ranking?
Mcgary Middle School is ranked #1638 out of 1,743 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 39% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mcgary Middle School?
301 students attend Mcgary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mcgary Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcgary Middle School?
Mcgary Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcgary Middle School offer ?
Mcgary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgary Middle School part of?
Mcgary Middle School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation School District.
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