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McGehee School in New Orleans is celebrating a remarkable achievement with the entire Class of 2025 graduating and advancing to college, achieving a perfect 100% graduation rate. This accomplishment places McGehee among Louisiana’s top high schools, showcasing its commitment to academic excellence. While Louisiana’s overall graduation rate stands at 83.2%, McGehee’s results highlight the stark differences in educational outcomes within the state. The school’s rigorous programs and values emphasize successful student preparation for future education.
New Orleans — McGehee School is celebrating a remarkable achievement as every member of its Class of 2025 is set to graduate and advance to college, marking a flawless 100% graduation and college enrollment rate. This statistic firmly establishes McGehee as one of the leading high schools in Louisiana and highlights its commitment to academic excellence.
In contrast, Louisiana’s overall public high school graduation rate currently stands at 83.2%, which indicates a minor increase from the previous academic year. The national average graduation rate is approximately 87%, revealing that Louisiana is trailing by about 4%. Interestingly, some local high schools in the Acadiana region, such as Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts in St. Landry Parish, have achieved a perfect graduation rate of 100%. However, Lafayette Parish’s overall graduation rate was recorded at only 78.3% in 2019, showcasing the significant discrepancy between McGehee and other educational institutions within the state.
McGehee School, known for its rigorous academic program, emphasizes values of honor, service, and leadership. The institution is recognized as one of the most expensive high schools in the United States, with tuition fees for grades 9-12 set at $26,020 per academic year. This considerable investment by families aims to provide students with an education that equips them for success in higher education and beyond.
Commencement ceremonies for high school graduations in Lafayette Parish took place from May 15 to May 20 at the CAJUNDOME & Convention Center. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is also set to hold its Commencement ceremonies for the Spring 2025 graduates on May 16 and 17 at the same venue. Eight individual ceremonies will celebrate undergraduate and graduate degrees, and access to these events is open to the public without requiring tickets. For those unable to attend in person, the ceremonies will be livestreamed, ensuring broader access to the events.
To maintain security and organization during the ceremonies, attendees are expected to adhere to a clear bag policy, limiting attendees to only one clear bag. Additionally, social media engagement is encouraged with the use of the hashtag #RaginGrads, allowing participants to share their experiences and receive visibility on the Commencement photo wall.
The success of McGehee School in maintaining a 100% graduation and college enrollment rate underscores the effectiveness of its educational approach and the supportive community it fosters. As Louisiana’s public graduation rates continue to improve, institutions like McGehee set a standard for academic achievement and future student outcomes.
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Additional Resources
- KPEL 96.5: Louisiana High School Graduates College
- Wikipedia: Graduation
- KADN: Lafayette Parish High Schools Graduation Ceremonies
- Google Search: Lafayette Parish high school graduation 2025
- The Advertiser: Lafayette Parish Class of 2025 Graduation Recap
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School
- 999 KTDY: UL Lafayette Spring 2025 Commencement Schedule
- Google News: University of Louisiana at Lafayette graduation
