Serving 1,059 students in grades 9-12, Gadsden County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gadsden County High School's student population of 1,059 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,059 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gadsden County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden County High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3446 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
72%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden County High School's ranking?
Gadsden County High School is ranked #3446 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gadsden County High School?
The graduation rate of Gadsden County High School is 78%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gadsden County High School?
1,059 students attend Gadsden County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gadsden County High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gadsden County High School?
Gadsden County High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gadsden County High School offer ?
Gadsden County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gadsden County High School part of?
Gadsden County High School is part of Gadsden School District.
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