School Overview
Gardendale High School, located at 800 Main Street in Gardendale, Alabama, serves as a central pillar of the local community within the Jefferson County School District. The school is dedicated to preparing students for life beyond graduation by offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs. With a focus on both academic excellence and character development, the school fosters an environment designed to help students transition successfully into college, the workforce, or military service.

As a prominent institution in the Gardendale area, the high school places a strong emphasis on school spirit and community engagement. The faculty and staff are committed to utilizing modern instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of their student body, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that emphasizes critical thinking and collaboration. For parents, students, and community members looking for detailed information regarding current academic calendars, athletic schedules, or district policies, the school maintains an official website at http://gardendalehigh.jefcoed.com/.
1,076
Total Students
58.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gardendale High School
Demographic Student Count
White616
Hispanic97
Black318
Asian22
Two or More19
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    616 (57.2%)
  • Black
    318 (29.6%)
  • Hispanic
    97 (9.0%)
  • Asian
    22 (2.0%)
  • Two or More
    19 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Jefferson County
Phone: (205)379-3600
Website: http://www.jefcoed.com/GardendaleHS
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,076
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 415
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 275
Grade 10 275
Grade 11 259
Grade 12 267

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gardendale High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9275
Grade 10275
Grade 11259
Grade 12267
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gardendale High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female53649.8%
Male54050.2%
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