Macarthur High School serves 390 students in grades 9-11.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur High School's student population of 390 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Macarthur High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
59%
62%
White
17%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
390 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Macarthur High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur High School?
Macarthur High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Macarthur High School offer ?
Macarthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Macarthur High School part of?
Macarthur High School is part of District Of Columbia.
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