J C McKenna Middle

Evansville Community School District
307 S 1st Street
Evansville, WI 53536
362 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
J.C. McKenna Middle School, located at 307 S. 1st St in Evansville, Wisconsin, serves as the primary middle school for the Evansville Community School District. Dedicated to the academic and personal growth of students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on creating a supportive transition between elementary and high school. The institution emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects with elective opportunities, aiming to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and social-emotional development during these pivotal formative years.

As an integral part of the Evansville community, J.C. McKenna prioritizes a collaborative environment involving students, staff, and families. The school actively promotes a culture of engagement through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs, encouraging students to explore their interests and build school spirit. By leveraging resources provided by the broader school district, the staff works to ensure that all students have access to the technology and instructional support necessary to succeed in a modern, ever-changing educational landscape.
362
Total Students
26.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    307 (84.8%)
  • Hispanic
    26 (7.2%)
  • Two or More
    21 (5.8%)
  • Asian
    4 (1.1%)
  • Black
    3 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Evansville Community School District
Phone: (608)882-4780
Website: http://www.evansville.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 362
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 58
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 130
Grade 7 109
Grade 8 123
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Albany Community Middle
Albany School District
66 Students
309 Vinton St
Albany, WI 53502 (8.3 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th