McArthur High School is located in Hollywood, Florida. It serves students from both Hollywood and Pembroke Pines in grades 9 through 12. The school is a part of the Broward County Public Schools district.
Serving 1,866 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 17% (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 27:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (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 1,866 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,866 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Green, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcarthur High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcarthur High School is 0.61, 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
#3259 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
52%
38%
Black
34%
21%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcarthur High School's ranking?
Mcarthur High School is ranked #3259 out of 3,662 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?
17% 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 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mcarthur High School?
1,866 students attend Mcarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mcarthur High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcarthur High School?
Mcarthur High School has a student ration of 27:1, 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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