GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
1,261 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Black | 8 |
| Asian | 118 |
| Two or More | 46 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1,076 |
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Pacific Islander1,076 (85.3%)
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Asian118 (9.4%)
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Two or More46 (3.6%)
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White9 (0.7%)
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Black8 (0.6%)
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Hispanic3 (0.2%)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 298 |
| Grade 10 | 327 |
| Grade 11 | 327 |
| Grade 12 | 309 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 579 | 45.9% |
| Male | 682 | 54.1% |
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