Macarthur High School serves 238 students in grades 9-10.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-10
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Total Students
238 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Macarthur High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
57%
63%
White
22%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups


School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
238 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Macarthur High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macarthur High School?
Macarthur High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Macarthur High School offer ?
Macarthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-10
What school district is Macarthur High School part of?
Macarthur High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
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