Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcgehee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCGEHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mc Gehee school district, covering approximately 532.6 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 16.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 30.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgehee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcgehee Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating today for tomorrow's success...
School Rankings
Mcgehee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgehee Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
37%
19%
White
51%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgehee Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgehee Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mcgehee Elementary School?
547 students attend Mcgehee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mcgehee Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcgehee Elementary School?
Mcgehee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcgehee Elementary School offer ?
Mcgehee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgehee Elementary School part of?
Mcgehee Elementary School is part of Mcgehee School District.
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