School Overview
Gonzales High School, located in the heart of Monterey County, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Gonzales Unified School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school focuses on preparing its diverse student body for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous academics, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and extracurricular engagement. The campus environment emphasizes inclusivity and student growth, aiming to equip graduates with the skills necessary to navigate both college and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Gonzales High School prides itself on fostering school spirit and community pride through a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and student organizations. By maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Gonzales community, the school encourages students to become active, responsible citizens. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or specific department resources, the official district website at http://www.gonzalesusd.net serves as the primary hub for administrative support and school-wide communication.
809
Total Students
40.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gonzales High
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic794
Asian4
Two or More2
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    794 (98.1 %)
  • White
    8 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.5 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
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: N/A
District: Gonzales Unified
Phone: (831)675-2495
Website: http://www.gonzalesusd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 809
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 580
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Grade 9 186
Grade 10 213
Grade 11 204
Grade 12 206

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gonzales High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9186
Grade 10213
Grade 11204
Grade 12206
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gonzales High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38547.6%
Male42452.4%