Serving 444 students in grades 9-12, Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#590 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
50%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School's ranking?
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School is ranked #590 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School often compared to?
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Csi High School For International Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School?
The graduation rate of Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School?
444 students attend Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School?
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School offer ?
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School part of?
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School located?
Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School is located in the New Springville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in New Springville.
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