Serving 2,098 students in grades 9-12, Mcgavock High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,098 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgavock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcgavock High School's student population of 2,098 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,098 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgavock High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgavock High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1597 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
38%
21%
White
30%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgavock High School's ranking?
Mcgavock High School is ranked #1597 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Mcgavock High School often compared to?
Mcgavock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antioch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcgavock High School?
The graduation rate of Mcgavock High School is 74%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mcgavock High School?
2,098 students attend Mcgavock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mcgavock High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgavock High School?
Mcgavock High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcgavock High School offer ?
Mcgavock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgavock High School part of?
Mcgavock High School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcgavock High School located?
Mcgavock High School is located in the Donelson neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 6 other public schools located in Donelson.
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