Serving 876 students in grades 9-12, Gainesville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gainesville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Gainesville, TX, covering approximately 79 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge reaching up to 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gainesville High School's student population of 876 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
876 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Every Leopard, Every Day
School Rankings
Gainesville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gainesville High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7011 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
School Mascot
Leopard/lady Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville High School's ranking?
Gainesville High School is ranked #7011 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gainesville High School often compared to?
Gainesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Era School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gainesville High School?
The graduation rate of Gainesville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Gainesville High School?
876 students attend Gainesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Gainesville High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gainesville High School?
Gainesville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gainesville High School offer ?
Gainesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gainesville High School part of?
Gainesville High School is part of Gainesville Independent School District.
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