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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
49%
19%
White
40%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
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 88%.
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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