The school was founded in 1954 and named after George Ross, who was convener of the local council at the time.

In 2022 construction of an exstension was completed allowing for new ICT, modern languages and art classrooms.

A Public Private Partnership (PPP) refurbishment began in January 2003 and after various delays, was finished in 2005.

[7] The depute heads are Ann Archer, Katrina Donaldson, Chris Laud and Jillian Binnie.

Agreed areas for improvement were: "Continue to develop a coherent curriculum which provides appropriate progression for all young people.