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.
2,098
Total Students
115.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McGavock High
Demographic Student Count
White641
Hispanic539
Black798
Asian35
Two or More81
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    798 (38.0 %)
  • White
    641 (30.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    539 (25.7 %)
  • Two or More
    81 (3.9 %)
  • Asian
    35 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0 %)
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: 2,098
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 115.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 559
Grade 10 547
Grade 11 531
Grade 12 461

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McGavock High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9559
Grade 10547
Grade 11531
Grade 12461
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McGavock High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,03349.2%
Male1,06550.8%
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