School Overview
Gainesville High School, located in Gainesville, Texas, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Gainesville Independent School District. Situated conveniently along the I-35 corridor, the school provides a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through university enrollment, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus is known for fostering a sense of community pride and school spirit, typical of the region, while striving to meet the diverse educational needs of its student body through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic support services.

As part of the broader Gainesville ISD, the high school emphasizes student growth and community involvement. The district's commitment to excellence is reflected in the high school's ongoing efforts to integrate modern educational tools and instructional strategies. By focusing on both core curriculum standards and specialized programs, Gainesville High School aims to cultivate a supportive learning environment where students can develop the critical thinking and collaborative skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape. For more specific details regarding their current curriculum, administrative news, or upcoming events, visitors are encouraged to check their official website at http://www.gainesvilleisd.org.
876
Total Students
54.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GAINESVILLE H S
Demographic Student Count
White234
Hispanic544
Black40
Asian10
Two or More42
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    544 (62.1%)
  • White
    234 (26.7%)
  • Two or More
    42 (4.8%)
  • Black
    40 (4.6%)
  • Asian
    10 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GAINESVILLE ISD
Phone: (940)665-5528
Website: http://www.gainesvilleisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 876
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 54.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 462
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Grade 9 242
Grade 10 235
Grade 11 214
Grade 12 185

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GAINESVILLE H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9242
Grade 10235
Grade 11214
Grade 12185
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GAINESVILLE H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43349.4%
Male44350.6%