School Overview
Gadsden City High School, located at 1917 Black Creek Parkway in Gadsden, Alabama, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Gadsden City School District. Established through the consolidation of older local high schools, the campus is known for its modern facilities and comprehensive academic environment. The school is deeply integrated into the community, offering a wide array of programs that cater to diverse student interests, including rigorous college-preparatory coursework, career technical education, and extensive extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its academic offerings, Gadsden City High School is widely recognized for its robust athletics program—most notably its football team, which often serves as a focal point for local school spirit and community engagement. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success through a combination of traditional instruction, digital learning resources, and various clubs and student organizations. Its mission centers on fostering an environment of excellence and character, reflecting the pride of the Gadsden community.
1,318
Total Students
84.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gadsden City High School
Demographic Student Count
White406
Hispanic285
Black591
Asian17
Two or More17
American Indian2
  • Black
    591 (44.8 %)
  • White
    406 (30.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    285 (21.6 %)
  • Asian
    17 (1.3 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Gadsden City
Phone: (256)543-3614
Website: http://gchs.gcs.k12.al.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,318
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 84.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 938
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 340
Grade 10 344
Grade 11 321
Grade 12 313

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gadsden City High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9340
Grade 10344
Grade 11321
Grade 12313
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gadsden City High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female69152.4%
Male62747.6%