Serving 1,879 students in grades 9-12, Mcarthur High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcarthur High School's student population of 1,879 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcarthur High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcarthur High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3181 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
35%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcarthur High School's ranking?
Mcarthur High School is ranked #3181 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mcarthur High School often compared to?
Mcarthur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollywood Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcarthur High School?
The graduation rate of Mcarthur High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mcarthur High School?
1,879 students attend Mcarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mcarthur High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcarthur High School?
Mcarthur High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcarthur High School offer ?
Mcarthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcarthur High School part of?
Mcarthur High School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcarthur High School located?
Mcarthur High School is located in the Boulevard Heights neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Boulevard Heights.
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