Gainesville High School is located in Gainesville, Georgia, United States.
Serving 2,077 students in grades 9-12, Gainesville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,077 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gainesville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gainesville, GA school district, covering approximately 34.9 square miles. Most areas within the zone are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gainesville High School's student population of 2,077 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,077 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gainesville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gainesville High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1838 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
60%
20%
Black
18%
36%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Elephants
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville High School's ranking?
Gainesville High School is ranked #1838 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gainesville High School often compared to?
Gainesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chestatee High School, Johnson High School, Flowery Branch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gainesville High School?
The graduation rate of Gainesville High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gainesville High School?
2,077 students attend Gainesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gainesville High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gainesville High School?
Gainesville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gainesville High School offer ?
Gainesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gainesville High School part of?
Gainesville High School is part of Gainesville City School District.
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