McLoughlin High School, known as Mac-Hi, is a public high school in Milton-Freewater, Oregon, United States. It is part of Milton-Freewater Unified School District. It is named after John McLoughlin, a prominent 19th century trader, for his contributions to the state of Oregon.
Serving 449 students in grades 9-12, Mcloughlin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcloughlin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcloughlin High School's student population of 449 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Mcloughlin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcloughlin High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
62%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
35%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: American Pioneer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcloughlin High School's ranking?
Mcloughlin High School is ranked #878 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Mcloughlin High School often compared to?
Mcloughlin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendleton High School, Weston-mcewen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcloughlin High School?
The graduation rate of Mcloughlin High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mcloughlin High School?
449 students attend Mcloughlin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mcloughlin High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcloughlin High School?
Mcloughlin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcloughlin High School offer ?
Mcloughlin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcloughlin High School part of?
Mcloughlin High School is part of Milton-Freewater Unified SD 7 School District.
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