McGehee High School is a comprehensive public secondary school located in McGehee, Arkansas, United States. McGehee serves more than 500 students in grades 7 through 12. McGehee is one of two public high schools in Desha County and is the sole high school administered by the McGehee School District.
Serving 326 students in grades 9-12, Mcgehee High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCGEHEE HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire Mc Gehee, AR school district, encompassing approximately 532.6 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 15.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 29 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgehee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mcgehee High School's student population of 326 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcgehee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgehee High 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
#930 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgehee High School's ranking?
Mcgehee High School is ranked #930 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mcgehee High School often compared to?
Mcgehee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dermott High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcgehee High School?
The graduation rate of Mcgehee High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Mcgehee High School?
326 students attend Mcgehee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mcgehee High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcgehee High School?
Mcgehee High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcgehee High School offer ?
Mcgehee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcgehee High School part of?
Mcgehee High School is part of Mcgehee School District.
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