School Overview
McGavock High School, located in the Donelson area of Nashville, is one of the largest comprehensive high schools in the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. Known for its expansive campus and diverse student body, the school operates under the "Academies of Nashville" model, which organizes students into smaller learning communities. These academies—such as the Academy of Health Science and Hospital Management, the Academy of Hospitality, and the Academy of Digital Design and Communications—are designed to provide students with career-focused curriculum, industry certifications, and real-world internship opportunities before graduation.

Beyond its academic structure, McGavock offers a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including a highly competitive athletics program, visual and performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school places a significant emphasis on college and career readiness, partnering with local businesses and community organizations to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and professional experience. By blending traditional academics with specialized career pathways, McGavock strives to prepare its students for success in both higher education and the modern workforce.
1,844
Total Students
115.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McGavock High
Demographic Student Count
White493
Hispanic559
Black651
Asian34
Two or More93
American Indian6
Pacific Islander8
  • Black
    651 (35.3%)
  • Hispanic
    559 (30.3%)
  • White
    493 (26.7%)
  • Two or More
    93 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    34 (1.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    8 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: Davidson County
Phone: (615)885-8850
Website: http://schools.mnps.org/mcgavock-high-school
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,844
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 115.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 460
Grade 10 433
Grade 11 516
Grade 12 435

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McGavock High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9460
Grade 10433
Grade 11516
Grade 12435
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McGavock High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female90248.9%
Male94251.1%
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