School Overview
Ball High School, located at 4115 Ave O in Galveston, Texas, serves as the primary public secondary school for the Galveston Independent School District. As a historic institution with deep roots in the community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is known for its diverse student body and a wide range of extracurricular activities, including robust athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led organizations that foster school spirit and community engagement.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Ball High School provides several specialized programs, such as Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways and advanced placement courses, aimed at helping students develop real-world skills and gain college credits. The school operates under the mission of the Galveston Independent School District to provide an equitable and high-quality education to all students. For parents, prospective students, and community members, the district’s official website at [www.gisd.org](http://www.gisd.org) serves as the central hub for accessing information regarding campus news, academic calendars, enrollment procedures, and district-wide initiatives.
1,934
Total Students
132.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BALL H S
Demographic Student Count
White516
Hispanic896
Black424
Asian36
Two or More52
American Indian4
Pacific Islander6
  • Hispanic
    896 (46.3 %)
  • White
    516 (26.7 %)
  • Black
    424 (21.9 %)
  • Two or More
    52 (2.7 %)
  • Asian
    36 (1.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GALVESTON ISD
Phone: (409)766-5700
Website: http://www.gisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,934
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 132.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,307
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 9 596
Grade 10 484
Grade 11 437
Grade 12 417

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BALL H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9596
Grade 10484
Grade 11437
Grade 12417
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BALL H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female93348.2%
Male1,00151.8%