Gresham High School is a public high school located in Gresham, Oregon, United States. It serves around 1,600 students and was the first high school to open in the city. It is operated by the Gresham-Barlow School District.
Serving 1,698 students in grades 9-12, Gresham High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gresham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gresham High School's student population of 1,698 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Gresham High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gresham High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1126 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
6%
3%
White
35%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gopher
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gresham High School's ranking?
Gresham High School is ranked #1126 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Gresham High School often compared to?
Gresham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Barlow High School, Reynolds High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gresham High School?
The graduation rate of Gresham High School is 76%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gresham High School?
1,698 students attend Gresham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gresham High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gresham High School?
Gresham High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gresham High School offer ?
Gresham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gresham High School part of?
Gresham High School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Gresham High School located?
Gresham High School is located in the City Central neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in City Central.
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