New Orleans, LA · K–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
2343 Prytania St., 70130 · (504) 561-1224
Enrollment
443
Student:teacher
8:1
Published tuition
$22,880–$31,880
Application fee
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Head of school
Dr. Catherine Atwell
Head of School-Elect
Dr. Catherine Atwell will officially begin her tenure as McGehee's fourteenth Head of School on July 1, 2027. She brings deep experience in all-girls’ education, having served 18 years at Marlborough School and most recently as Upper School Principal at Newark Academy.
Curriculum & special classes
McGehee offers an academic program that meets academic rigor with the arts, encouraging girls to think creatively and critically. The school fosters self-esteem, high personal standards, addresses individual student needs, and emphasizes active student participation in the learning process.
Financial aid
31% of families participate in the financial aid program, with over $1.1 million distributed last year. The school is committed to working with families to ensure students have the opportunity to attend.
Before & after school care
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Admissions
The admissions process involves completing an application, submitting a non-refundable $75 fee, providing academic records and teacher recommendations, and participating in school visits which may include screenings, observations, writing samples, assessments, and interviews.
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What they ask for: Application, $75 fee, in-house screening (Pre-K/Kindergarten), observation of applicant at current school (Pre-K), teacher recommendations, school visit, past report cards/standardized testing (Grades 1-12), transcript (Grades 5-12), writing sample, assessments, interview.
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