Gilroy High School is a co-educational public school located in Gilroy, California, that serves the city of Gilroy. A part of the Gilroy Unified School District, is one of two public comprehensive high schools in the city and has an approximate enrollment of 1,500 students.
Serving 1,618 students in grades 9-12, Gilroy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilroy High School's student population of 1,618 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
White, Blue, Yellow
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Gilroy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilroy High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6888 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gilroy Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilroy High School's ranking?
Gilroy High School is ranked #6888 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gilroy High School often compared to?
Gilroy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christopher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilroy High School?
The graduation rate of Gilroy High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gilroy High School?
1,618 students attend Gilroy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gilroy High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilroy High School?
Gilroy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gilroy High School offer ?
Gilroy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gilroy High School part of?
Gilroy High School is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Awesome school! Great teachers, Good environment and The Wrestling team is awesome!
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