Grants Pass High School is a public high school located in Grants Pass, Oregon, United States. The school colors are blue and white, and the mascot is the Caveman. The mascot is a reference to the Oregon Caves National Monument, which is an important tourist attraction in nearby Cave Junction, Oregon.
Serving 1,658 students in grades 9-12, Grants Pass High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Grants Pass High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Grants Pass, OR, covering an area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grants Pass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grants Pass High School's student population of 1,658 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,658 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1885
School Calendar
Campus Size
47 acres
School Motto
Guiding, educating, and inspiring our children, families, and community to embrace a love of learning that will better our lives and future.
School Rankings
Grants Pass High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grants Pass High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#407 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
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
88%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Caveman
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grants Pass High School's ranking?
Grants Pass High School is ranked #407 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Grants Pass High School often compared to?
Grants Pass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Valley High School, Hidden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grants Pass High School?
The graduation rate of Grants Pass High School is 88%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Grants Pass High School?
1,658 students attend Grants Pass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Grants Pass High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grants Pass High School?
Grants Pass High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grants Pass High School offer ?
Grants Pass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grants Pass High School part of?
Grants Pass High School is part of Grants Pass SD 7 School District.
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