The Gonzales Unified School District is located in the heart of the Salinas Valley. The High School serves students from elementary school districts in the communities of Gonzales, Chualar, and Mission. The Unified District was officially established on July 1, 1997. Almost all of the students are from families related to the agriculture industry, the heart of the area’s economy. The district’s student enrollment is 94% Hispanic.

The Gonzales Unified School District consists of five schools, La Gloria Elementary School (K-4), Fairview Middle School (5-8), Gonzales High School (9-12), Continuation High/Alternative School and a State Preschool School.

The district employs 127 certificated and 89 classified staff members. The Gonzales Unified School District offers competitive salaries and benefits.