Gulfport High School

Gulfport, MS 39507

Phone: (228) 896-7525
Fax: (228) 896-8281
District: Gulfport School Dist

8

GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades 9,10,11,12 • 1702 students

Gulfport High School, a public school located in Gulfport, MS, serves grades 9-12 in the Gulfport School Dist.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Gulfport High School is a public school located in Gulfport, MS. 1702 students attend Gulfport High School.

School Ratings

Category Rating Details
Test Scores 5/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2024 Mississippi Assessment Program data from Mississippi Department of Education, and using 2024 Mississippi Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Mississippi Department of Education.
College Readiness 8/10 The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using the following data from the 2018 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2023 4-year high school graduation rate data from Mississippi Department of Education, using 2023 Average ACT score data from Mississippi Department of Education, and using 2021 demographic data from the National Center for Education Statistics.
Student Growth 10/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from Mississippi Department of Education.

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Rigorous curriculum and additional opportunities offered to all students through the arts, athletics and academic programs provide an opportunity for all students to be successful.

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The homework in style and difficulty varies throughout the semester so students are required to adapt to the different teaching and learning strategies.

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My child has increased her confidence as well as knowledge and skill base in her classes across the board due to the dedication of the staff.

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I have been extremely satisfied with the rigorous curriculum and the additional opportunities offered to all students through the arts, athletics and academic programs. GHS can provide for every need.

Posted: May 8, 2013

Gulfport High School is dedicated to raising the standards of education, not only within the state, but on par with the greatest schools in the Nation! I've never considered myself an academic, in fact, I couldn't stand High Shcool! It was boring and I felt the education I was receiving was completely irrelevant and I'd never use it in real life; GHS's transition to Career Academies intends to change that! The Academic Institutes of Gulfport will utilize Project Based Learning and a cohort team of Academic and Technical instructors to provide a relevant education that aligns with a student's chosen career pathway. Furthermore, working with industry partners, our students will have multiple opportunities to receive hands on, real world career experiences to assist them making informed decisions about their future academic and career options. I couldn't be more excited to be apart of this educational experience and I'm confident most kids will leave GHS better prepared for life; academically, technically, socially, personally and professionally. We are going to revolutionize education in MS!

Posted: May 7, 2013

Gulfport High School - 100 years (1913-2013) of continous Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Accreditation.

Posted: April 11, 2013

The students and teachers are always cheerful and I enjoy working with them. Each day is a new challenge when I work here.

Posted: April 11, 2013

Gulfport High School is strong in all areas: academics, the arts, and athletics. 53% of the 1,430 student body participates in one or more sports. Both of my children had great experiences at GHS.

Posted: April 11, 2013

GHS is a great school! My three children graduated from there and they were well-prepared for the rigor of college.

Posted: April 11, 2013

The Gulfport School District has a dedicated staff of teachers, counselors, administrators, and support staff who really care about the students, and are constantly striving to offer the greatest possible learning environment to ensure the kids have the best opportunity to succeed, in school and life.

Posted: April 11, 2013

Atmosphere is enjoyable. Co-workers are great to work with as a team. We help each other when needed.

Posted: April 11, 2013

I like Gulfport High School. I like the environment here. I like working for GHS.

Posted: April 11, 2013

I like my cafeteria manager. She is a very nice person. I am a proud member of the staff here at Gulfport High.

Posted: April 11, 2013

I like my cafeteria manager and I like progress we are having here with the kids. I like the way the cafeteria is organized. I think my manager manager is very well orgnaized.

Posted: April 11, 2013

GHS is a wonderful environment for students. They get a strong academic base and have many choices in award winning arts, athletics, clubs, and music. My child is happy, engaged and is making good grades. I know GHS is making her a better mor well rounded person with a bright future.

Posted: April 10, 2013

Our Junior Varsity Baseball team is absolutely awesome this year. The team plays together well.

Posted: April 10, 2013

I'M THANKFUL I HAVE A JOB, I LIKE THE AGE GROUP I SERVE AT GHS.

Posted: April 10, 2013

Gulfport High School offers something for all of our students. We have great advanced placement courses as well as great music, arts, and theater courses. We offer a wide variety of clubs and activities so each student can feel they are a part of the school. I know the teachers care about the students, school, and communtiy!

Posted: April 10, 2013

THE FOOD AT GHS HAS A GREAT NUTRITIONAL VALUE SOMETHING THATS GOOD FOR THE STUDENTS LATER ON IN LIFE.

Posted: April 10, 2013

As a graduate and current employee of Gulfport High School, I could not be more proud of the direction in which we are going. Our new Academy model will make learning relevant because students will be solving real world problems in an area in which they are interested. We are pushing our students to push themselves and they are achieving. We are not only making sure that they walk across the stage but that they know what they will do in the years that follow graduation. GHS is a great place to be!

Posted: April 10, 2013

Gulfport High School is one of the best high schools in the state! Gulfport High offers a variety of opportunities for students to excel and be a part of school activities that spark their interest. There are over 30 clubs for students to choose from, and each club represents the different talents and interest our students bring to the table.One of the active clubs on campus is the Key Club. The Key Club at Gulfport High is one of the most active Key Clubs in the state. The Key Club members have logged in over 1200 community service hours. Every student has a place at Gulfport High. The students are sincere and genuine, always welcoming new students and helping them find their niche. Academically, Gulfport High prepares students for college by challenging them on a college prepartory level. The senior class of 2012 raised over ten million dollars in scholarships. Gulfport High is a great school and I am proud to be an employee.

Posted: April 10, 2013

My son graduated from GHS and is now very successful. I attribute his success in great part to the challenges he encountered from his very clever and inventive teachers at GHS. Being a gifted student, he often felt that he was "the repository of all knowledge that there was to be had." The teachers and administration at GHS were wise enough to allow him the latitude to push the envelope far enough that he was able to spread his wings, but not far enough to let him fall. Thank you GHS!!!

Posted: April 10, 2013

Gulfport High School has a long history of excellence both in the classroom, on the ballfield, and with our extracurricular programs. Our ROTC program has won many national awards. Our students are prepared for college and the work force by a rigorous curriculum and highly qualified teachers. Gulfport High offers advanced programs, classes in art, theater and music with a wide selection of extracurricular activities that will provide students with a variety of learning experiences. Gulfport High has great leadership with a caring faculty.

Posted: April 10, 2013

Gulfport High School is the best high school in Mississippi! The teachers, administrators, and coaches really go above and beyond in working with the students of Gulfport. Thier level of concern for the education and well being of the student is top notch. I have two students who attend GHS and they have so many opportunities in the area of sports, arts, music, and clubs that they would not have at most schools in MS. At the same time they are receiving a strong academic education that will fully prepare them for college. The Common Core Curriculum has stepped up the learning rigor at GHS which will improve their success not just in college but in the real world. Their academy model also has made learning more relevant to my students' interest. My children love coming home and telling me about their day and how much they learn. To hear their level of excitment about learning and how they are pushed to higher standards is truly amazing. I could not be more proud of the direction GHS is going and taking my children. Thank you Gulfport High School. Go Admirals!!

Posted: April 9, 2013

GHS is a wonderful school that has devoted, professional teachers that encourage each student to perform to their greatest ability.

Posted: April 9, 2013

Gulfport High School has an excellent drop out prevention program. It addresses the needs of students that are seeking an alternative to traditional school. This program includes a GED Option program and a program for fifth year seniors. The drop out prevention program offers guidance to the students in developing employability skills, assisting in completing college enrollment requirements, and offers the guidance to students that would like to join the military. Truly there is a progrm to meet the individual needs of the students.

Posted: April 9, 2013

Gulfport High School is an excellent school, offering a diverse curriculum. Students are encouraged to explore various avenues of education, including traditional and nontraditional programs. Dropout prevention is stressed and teachers and counselors make every effort to help students find a program that is right for them.

Posted: April 9, 2013

Gulfport High School has an exceptional staff that provides quality education for each student. Gulfport High School is ranked as one of the best!

Posted: April 9, 2013

Gulfport High School is an excellent school. They have the most pleasant teachers and staff. The teachers and staff are always pushing students to give 110% at ALL times. There are a wide variety of technical programs to help each & every one of the students there.

Posted: April 9, 2013

EXCELLANT SCHOOL CAFETERIA! STAFF IS FRIENDLY, COURTEOUS AND HELPFUL. MANAGEMENT IS ALWAYS UPBEAT AND PROFESSIONAL. FOOD IS ALWAYS HOT AND DELICIOUS!

Posted: April 9, 2013

The Gulfport School District provides students with innnovative learning opportunities which result in exceptional test scores and academic achievement. Students leave the district prepared for post secondary education or successful community employment.

Posted: April 9, 2013

Gulfport HIgh Schools is is one of the best high shools in Mississippi. The students continue to excell and achieve very high scores on all standardized tests. The students also a group of teachers and staff that are dedicated to their well being. The Child Nutrition Department has dedicated and careing staff the continually serve nutritionally balanced meals that meet or exceed the new USDA guidelines.

Posted: April 9, 2013

I feel as though Gulfport High School is preparing my daughter to be a successful college student. The common core curriculum is providing her with the tools to become competitive with other students throughout the country.

Posted: April 9, 2013

We won't move until the last of my three sons graduates as an Admiral!!! He wouldn't let us! This school and its teachers are amazing! They require excellence and critical thinking. Hence, two of my sons received over $60,000 in scholarships thanks to their academic experiences. Both eldest sons are now enrolled in rigorous coursework for nursing and engineering! And, the arts programs are tops-my middle son was so good in band that he received an additional band scholarship and wasn't required to tryout for the college jazz band. Kudos to this school and staff! cje bleeding orange and blue

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