GARDENDALE HIGH SCHOOL
Gardendale High School is a public high school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Gardendale, AL with about 1,061 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 59 teachers, Gardendale High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Gardendale High School, located at 800 Main Street in Gardendale, Alabama, serves as a central pillar of the local community within the Jefferson County School District. The school is dedicated to preparing students for life beyond graduation by offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs. With a focus on both academic excellence and character development, the school fosters an environment designed to help students transition successfully into college, the workforce, or military service.
As a prominent institution in the Gardendale area, the high school places a strong emphasis on school spirit and community engagement. The faculty and staff are committed to utilizing modern instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of their student body, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that emphasizes critical thinking and collaboration. For parents, students, and community members looking for detailed information regarding current academic calendars, athletic schedules, or district policies, the school maintains an official website at http://gardendalehigh.jefcoed.com/.
For more information, contact Gardendale High School at (205) 379-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 379-3600
GARDENDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Gardendale, AL with about 1,061 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jefferson County
- Total Students:
- 1,061
- Teachers:
- 59.5
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,061 students
- White
- 68.3%
- Black or African American
- 27.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Two or more races
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.