John McEachern High School or McEachern High School is a public high school established in 1933 in Powder Springs, Georgia, United States. It was originally established as the Seventh District Agricultural and Mechanical School.
Serving 2,300 students in grades 9-12, Mceachern High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mceachern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mceachern High School's student population of 2,300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
1933
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mceachern High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mceachern High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
66%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mceachern High School's ranking?
Mceachern High School is ranked #987 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mceachern High School often compared to?
Mceachern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillgrove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mceachern High School?
The graduation rate of Mceachern High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mceachern High School?
2,300 students attend Mceachern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Mceachern High School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mceachern High School?
Mceachern High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mceachern High School offer ?
Mceachern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mceachern High School part of?
Mceachern High School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
hey yall folks i''m about to go to highschool and i hear a lot of stories about this school. can anyone please give me some advice about Mceachern and help me out for my first day of school. I want to make a good inpression first time. So please help me out. I would be honored to have somebody nice enough to give me some advice. Once again thanks
5 9/26/2007
its a good school and its fun
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