GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
Grand Island Senior High School (GISH), located in Grand Island, Nebraska, is the largest high school in the state, serving a diverse student body as the sole public high school in its district. The school is known for its expansive campus and comprehensive academic offerings, which range from traditional core curriculum to specialized Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and dual-credit opportunities through local colleges. This wide range of options is designed to prepare students for a variety of post-secondary paths, including four-year universities, trade schools, and the immediate workforce.

Beyond the classroom, GISH is a hub of student activity, boasting a robust extracurricular culture that includes competitive athletics, fine arts, and numerous student-led organizations. As a central pillar of the Grand Island community, the school emphasizes inclusivity and student growth, striving to support a multi-cultural population through various support services and community engagement initiatives. Its scale allows for a unique, large-school experience that provides students with a broad social environment and access to extensive facilities and resources that are typically unavailable in smaller districts.
2,650
Total Students
157.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White874
Hispanic1,563
Black117
Asian24
Two or More60
American Indian11
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    1,563 (59.0 %)
  • White
    874 (33.0 %)
  • Black
    117 (4.4 %)
  • Two or More
    60 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    24 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0 %)
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: GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Phone: (308)385-5950
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,650
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 157.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 749
Grade 10 667
Grade 11 634
Grade 12 600

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9749
Grade 10667
Grade 11634
Grade 12600
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,25547.4%
Male1,39552.6%