Serving 1,626 students in grades 9-12, Gresham 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 21%
- Reading Proficiency: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gresham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gresham High School's student population of 1,626 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gresham High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
41%
25%
Black
5%
2%
White
40%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gresham High School often compared to?
Gresham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Barlow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gresham High School?
The graduation rate of Gresham High School is 76%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gresham High School?
1,626 students attend Gresham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Gresham High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gresham High School?
Gresham High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gresham High School offer ?
Gresham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gresham High School part of?
Gresham High School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Gresham High School located?
Gresham High School is located in the City Central neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in City Central.
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