Gadsden County High School, known as East Gadsden High School until 2016, was a public high school in unincorporated Gadsden County, Florida, operated by Gadsden County School District. It is between Havana and Quincy, and it has a "Havana, Florida" postal address.
Serving 1,086 students in grades 9-12, Gadsden County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gadsden County High School's student population of 1,086 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,086 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Maroon, Silver
School Motto
Growing Greatness in Gadsden, one Scholar at a Time.
School Rankings
Gadsden County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden County High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3495 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
68%
21%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden County High School's ranking?
Gadsden County High School is ranked #3495 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gadsden County High School?
The graduation rate of Gadsden County High School is 76%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gadsden County High School?
1,086 students attend Gadsden County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gadsden County High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gadsden County High School?
Gadsden County High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gadsden County High School offer ?
Gadsden County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gadsden County High School part of?
Gadsden County High School is part of Gadsden School District.
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