Serving 1,134 students in grades 9-12, Gates Chili High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gates-Chili High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 19.6 square miles in Rochester, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking around 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gates Chili High School's student population of 1,134 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,134 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gates Chili High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Chili High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2010 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Chili High School's ranking?
Gates Chili High School is ranked #2010 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gates Chili High School often compared to?
Gates Chili High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchville-chili Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gates Chili High School?
The graduation rate of Gates Chili High School is 84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Gates Chili High School?
1,134 students attend Gates Chili High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gates Chili High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Chili High School?
Gates Chili High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gates Chili High School offer ?
Gates Chili High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gates Chili High School part of?
Gates Chili High School is part of Gates Chili Central School District.
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