Serving 1,657 students in grades 9-12, Grants Pass High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grants Pass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grants Pass High School's student population of 1,657 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Caveman
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1885
School Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Grants Pass High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grants Pass High School is 0.41, which is less 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
#363 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grants Pass High School's ranking?
Grants Pass High School is ranked #363 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Grants Pass High School often compared to?
Grants Pass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Valley High School, Hidden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grants Pass High School?
The graduation rate of Grants Pass High School is 85%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Grants Pass High School?
1,657 students attend Grants Pass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Grants Pass High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grants Pass High School?
Grants Pass High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grants Pass High School offer ?
Grants Pass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grants Pass High School part of?
Grants Pass High School is part of Grants Pass SD 7 School District.
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