Serving 322 students in grades 9-12, Gervais High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gervais High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gervais High School's student population of 322 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gervais High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gervais High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
25%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gervais High School's ranking?
Gervais High School is ranked #632 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Gervais High School often compared to?
Gervais High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sprague High School, West Linn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gervais High School?
The graduation rate of Gervais High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gervais High School?
322 students attend Gervais High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gervais High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gervais High School?
Gervais High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gervais High School offer ?
Gervais High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gervais High School part of?
Gervais High School is part of Gervais SD 1 School District.
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