GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
George Washington High School (GWHS), located in Mangilao, Guam, serves as one of the largest and most prominent public secondary institutions on the island. Operating under the Guam Department of Education, the school is well-known for its vibrant campus culture and its long-standing history as a central hub for academic and extracurricular activities for students in the central region of Guam. The school community takes great pride in its identity, often referred to as the "Home of the Geckos," and it maintains a strong emphasis on fostering both school spirit and local island traditions.

Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. Beyond the classroom, George Washington High School provides a diverse range of opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student organizations, which help create a well-rounded educational experience. As a cornerstone of the Mangilao community, the school remains dedicated to supporting the growth and development of Guam’s youth through a combination of rigorous standards and community engagement.
1,261
Total Students
71.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic3
Black8
Asian118
Two or More46
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1,076
  • Pacific Islander
    1,076 (85.3%)
  • Asian
    118 (9.4%)
  • Two or More
    46 (3.6%)
  • White
    9 (0.7%)
  • Black
    8 (0.6%)
  • Hispanic
    3 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Guam Department of Education
Phone: (671)734-2911
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,261
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 71.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 298
Grade 10 327
Grade 11 327
Grade 12 309

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9298
Grade 10327
Grade 11327
Grade 12309
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female57945.9%
Male68254.1%