Macedonia School ranked #582 in Alabama in 2023, showing a fluctuating but overall improved state rank from #995 in 2012, placing it in the top 50% of public schools in Alabama recently.
Math proficiency was 25–29% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged 40–44%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 21–39%, notably lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 190 students in 2014 to 131 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 24%, including 30 American Indian students reflecting the demographic composition of this Union County AL high school.
Macedonia School served grades Pre–K through 8 with an enrollment of 131 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 in 2023; 42% of students were eligible for free lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic need.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 90% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%, despite test score challenges in core subjects at this Section, Alabama public school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macedonia School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Macedonia School's student population of 131 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Believe - Educate - Succeed
School Rankings
Macedonia School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macedonia School is 0.37, 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
#582 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
23%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
76%
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
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macedonia School's ranking?
Macedonia School is ranked #582 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Macedonia School?
131 students attend Macedonia School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Macedonia School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macedonia School?
Macedonia School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Macedonia School offer ?
Macedonia School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macedonia School part of?
Macedonia School is part of Jackson County School District.
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