New Orleans Guide to High School and Beyond 2018
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LOUISE MCGEHEE<br />
Private | Grades: PreK - 12th<br />
www.mcgheeschool.com<br />
MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of The Louise S. McGehee <strong>School</strong> is <strong>to</strong> provide a rigorous collegeprepara<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
education <strong>to</strong> girls in an inclusive environment which fosters self-esteem, encourages high<br />
personal st<strong>and</strong>ards, addresses individual student needs, <strong>and</strong> emphasizes active student participation<br />
in the learning process. The program uses traditional <strong>and</strong> innovative teaching strategies <strong>to</strong> challenge<br />
students <strong>and</strong> <strong>to</strong> foster enthusiasm <strong>and</strong> a commitment <strong>to</strong> lifelong learning.<br />
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2343 Prytania St.<br />
<strong>New</strong> <strong>Orleans</strong>, LA 70130<br />
(504) 561-1224<br />
<strong>School</strong> Leader: Kimberly Field-Marvin (headmistress)<br />
Student Gender: Female<br />
Average Class Size: 14<br />
Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM <strong>to</strong> 3:30 PM<br />
Curricular Focus: N/R<br />
Religious Focus: N/R<br />
Special Education Model: N/R<br />
Guidance Counselor(s): 2<br />
2017-<strong>2018</strong> Enrollment: N/R<br />
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS<br />
Visit the schools’ website for graduation requirements.<br />
ADMISSION INFORMATION<br />
Requirements: Admission based on past grades <strong>and</strong><br />
school performance, st<strong>and</strong>ardized test results, entrance<br />
exam <strong>and</strong> interview.<br />
Tuition: $21,035 <strong>to</strong> $22,535 per year including fees.<br />
Financial Assistance: Yes (financial aid available).<br />
Applications Due: Applications typically due in early<br />
Spring.<br />
Application Process: Complete application provided<br />
by the school; submit school transcripts, st<strong>and</strong>ardized test<br />
results; participate in school visit <strong>and</strong> interview <strong>and</strong> math<br />
testing <strong>and</strong> writing sample; entrance exam required.<br />
Admission Contact:<br />
admissions@mcgeheeschool.com<br />
PROGRAM OFFERINGS<br />
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses: AP courses offered in every discipline.<br />
Dual/Concurrent College Enrollment: No.<br />
NOCCA Participation: Yes. Transportation not provided.<br />
Arts in Education: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music<br />
Career <strong>and</strong> Technical Education: N/A<br />
Transportation Services: No.<br />
Uniforms Required: Yes. Visit the schools’ website.<br />
Other <strong>School</strong> Programs/Features: Engineering & Design, technology, men<strong>to</strong>rship, student government,<br />
foreign language.<br />
Extracurricular/After-<strong>School</strong> Activities: Mock trial, National Honor Society, student council, Beta Club, art club,<br />
drama club, foreign film club, Italian club, journalism club.<br />
Team Sports: Cross-country, Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Track <strong>and</strong> Field.<br />
Other Campus Features: Ten buildings, six his<strong>to</strong>ric homes.<br />
EDUCATION DATA 2016-2017 2017-<strong>2018</strong><br />
<strong>School</strong> Performance Score (SPS), including letter grade N/A N/A N/A N/A<br />
<strong>School</strong> Performance Growth Score, including letter grade N/A N/A N/A N/A<br />
Avg. ACT Score N/A N/R<br />
Avg. SAT Score N/R N/R<br />
Avg. Student GPA N/R N/R<br />
Graduation Rate N/R N/R<br />
TOPS Eligible 71% N/R<br />
Dropout Rate N/R N/R<br />
FAFSA Completion Rate N/A N/R<br />
DISCIPLINE RATES<br />
In-<strong>School</strong> Suspension N/R N/R<br />
Out-of-<strong>School</strong> Suspension N/R N/R<br />
In-<strong>School</strong> Expulsion N/R N/R<br />
Out-of-<strong>School</strong> Expulsion N/R N/R<br />
PERCENTAGE ACCEPTED POST-HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION<br />
Vocational/Trade <strong>School</strong> N/A N/A<br />
Two-Year College N/A N/A<br />
Public Four-Year College/University N/A N/A<br />
Private Four-Year College/University N/A N/A<br />
64 N/A=information not available/does not apply. N/R=information not provided by the school. N/C=Not collected by the school.<br />
*2019-2020 Career Pathway
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