MacArthur High School was the third high school built in Lawton, Oklahoma. A part of Lawton Public Schools, MacArthur was built and opened for the east Lawton area in 1969.
Serving 1,253 students in grades 9-12, Macarthur High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macarthur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Macarthur High School's student population of 1,253 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macarthur High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#719 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
18%
8%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)73%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scottish Highlander 75px
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur High School's ranking?
Macarthur High School is ranked #719 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Macarthur High School often compared to?
Macarthur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton High School, Eisenhower High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macarthur High School?
The graduation rate of Macarthur High School is 73%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
1,253 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Macarthur High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur High School?
Macarthur High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Macarthur High School offer ?
Macarthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macarthur High School part of?
Macarthur High School is part of Lawton School District.
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