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3 schools in Gonzales

California · Public K-12

3 public K-12 schools, 1,961 students, one city. That is the Gonzales entry on the numbers, with a mix of 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Gonzales

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,961
-410 (-17%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
-1 (-25%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
1%
was 2%
% Hispanic
98%
was 97%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Fairview MiddleMiddle06-08426
Gonzales HighHigh09-12751
La Gloria ElementaryElementaryKG-05784

About Gonzales

Across Gonzales, California, 3 public schools hosts about 1,961 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city covers 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Gonzales is around 654 students, 13% noticeably above the California average of about 578.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Gonzales has declined 17% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,371 students to 1,961. The school count fell from 4 to 3 across the same 7-year window.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Gonzales discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Gonzales?
Gonzales, California has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,961 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Gonzales?
Gonzales has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Gonzales?
La Gloria Elementary is the largest public school in Gonzales by enrollment, with approximately 784 students.
What school districts serve Gonzales?
Gonzales public schools are operated by Gonzales Unified.
What grade levels do public schools in Gonzales cover?
Public schools in Gonzales serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.