Serving 530 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcgehee Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcgehee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgehee Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#493 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
40%
19%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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 #493 out of 997 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
530 students attend Mcgehee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mcgehee Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgehee Elementary School?
Mcgehee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcgehee Elementary School offer ?
Mcgehee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcgehee Elementary School part of?
Mcgehee Elementary School is part of Mcgehee School District.
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