Gibson County High School

www.gcssd.org/gchs/

429 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Gibson County High School, located in Dyer, Tennessee, serves as a central educational institution within the Gibson County Special School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. With a focus on both rigorous classroom instruction and personal development, the school fosters a supportive environment that encourages students to excel academically while participating in a variety of extracurricular activities.

Beyond its core curriculum, Gibson County High School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and school spirit. The school offers a diverse range of athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical education opportunities, allowing students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills outside of the traditional classroom setting. By integrating modern educational resources with a dedicated faculty, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute positively to their local community and beyond.

429

Total Students

31.3

Full-Time Teachers

13.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gibson County High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	344
Hispanic	18
Black	57
Two or More	8
American Indian	2

White
344 (80.2%)
Black
57 (13.3%)
Hispanic
18 (4.2%)
Two or More
8 (1.9%)
American Indian
2 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	Yes
District:	Gibson Co Sp Dist
Phone:	(731)692-3616
Website:	http://www.gcssd.org/gchs/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	429
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 114

Grade 10 104

Grade 11 99

Grade 12 112