Serving 1,341 students in grades 9-12, Gadsden City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gadsden City High School's student population of 1,341 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gadsden City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden City High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
46%
32%
White
32%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden City High School's ranking?
Gadsden City High School is ranked #826 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Gadsden City High School often compared to?
Gadsden City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Etowah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gadsden City High School?
The graduation rate of Gadsden City High School is 87%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gadsden City High School?
1,341 students attend Gadsden City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gadsden City High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gadsden City High School?
Gadsden City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Gadsden City High School offer ?
Gadsden City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gadsden City High School part of?
Gadsden City High School is part of Gadsden City School District.
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