Gonzales High School

About Gonzales High School

Gonzales High School is a public high school located in Gonzales, Texas. It is part of the Gonzales Independent School District and serves students in grades 9-12. The school has a diverse student population, with a majority of Hispanic and African American students.
At Gonzales High School, students are provided with a rigorous education. The school offers a wide variety of courses, including Advanced Placement (AP) classes, Dual Credit courses, and a variety of electives. Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as athletics, band, choir, and student government.
Gonzales High School has a strong commitment to the community. The school participates in a variety of service projects, including volunteering at local food banks, participating in community clean-up projects, and providing tutoring for elementary school students.
The faculty and staff at Gonzales High School are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for their students. They strive to create an atmosphere of respect and acceptance, while helping students reach their full potential. Gonzales High School is a great place for students to learn, grow, and thrive.

Address:	501 Fifth St. Gonzales, CA 93926
Phone:	(831) 675-2495
Site:	ghs.gonzalesusd.net
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	869 students

Overview Gonzales High School

Gonzales High School serves 869 students in grades 9-12.
Gonzales High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Gonzales High School

Gonzales High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Gonzales High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.