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#1298 of 1,786 schools in TN
Daniel Mckee Alternative School
High School · Rutherford County
2623 Halls Hill PIKE, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,298 of 1,786
In Murfreesboro
#29 of 32
public schools
In district
#37 of 50
Rutherford County
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Daniel Mckee Alternative School
Daniel Mckee Alternative School is a public high school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Daniel Mckee Alternative School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Mckee Alternative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,298 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel Mckee Alternative School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Daniel Mckee Alternative School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Daniel Mckee Alternative School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 3.7:1 students to teachers, Daniel Mckee Alternative School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Daniel Mckee Alternative School — Students at Daniel Mckee Alternative School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Daniel Mckee Alternative School Compares
See how Daniel Mckee Alternative School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2623 Halls Hill PIKE, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel Mckee Alternative School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Magnet School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakland High School (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holloway High School (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Oakland High School Murfreesboro | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Magnet School Murfreesboro | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 2.8 mi | — |
| Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Holloway High School Murfreesboro | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Black Fox Elementary Murfreesboro | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Discovery School Murfreesboro | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro | 3.6 mi | — |
| Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,389
Median Home Value
$347,100
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
57,768
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
33
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma, TN | 5.3 |
| Coffee County Virtual Academy Manchester, TN | 5.2 |
| New Directions Academy Charlotte, TN | 5.2 |
| Smyrna West Alternative School Smyrna, TN | 5.2 |
| ARCHON ACADEMY Bartlett, TN | 5.7 |
| Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Somerville, TN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel Mckee Alternative School
What grades does Daniel Mckee Alternative School serve?
Daniel Mckee Alternative School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Daniel Mckee Alternative School?
Daniel Mckee Alternative School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Mckee Alternative School?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Mckee Alternative School is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel Mckee Alternative School rank in TN?
Daniel Mckee Alternative School ranks #1,298 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Daniel Mckee Alternative School's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel Mckee Alternative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Daniel Mckee Alternative School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Mckee Alternative School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Daniel Mckee Alternative School a charter school?
No, Daniel Mckee Alternative School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel Mckee Alternative School a Title I school?
No, Daniel Mckee Alternative School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rutherford County
- Phone
- (615) 890-2282
Resources & Links
District
Rutherford County- District Enrollment
- 51,595
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,708
- District Rank
- #37 of 50
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