Serving 1,036 students in grades 9-12, Gorton High 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% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gorton High School's student population of 1,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gorton High 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 Gorton High School is 0.52, 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
#522 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
65%
29%
Black
23%
16%
White
8%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorton High School's ranking?
Gorton High School is ranked #522 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gorton High School often compared to?
Gorton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School - Early College Studies, Lincoln High School, Saunders Trades & Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gorton High School?
The graduation rate of Gorton High School is 93%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Gorton High School?
1,036 students attend Gorton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gorton High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gorton High School?
Gorton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gorton High School offer ?
Gorton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorton High School part of?
Gorton High School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Gorton High School located?
Gorton High School is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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