Gulf Shores High School serves 710 students in grades 5-12.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
70%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gulf Shores Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gulf Shores High School?
710 students attend Gulf Shores High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gulf Shores High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Gulf Shores High School offer ?
Gulf Shores High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Gulf Shores High School part of?
Gulf Shores High School is part of Gulf Shores Academy School District.
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