Serving 1,068 students in grades 9-12, Gorton 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gorton High School's student population of 1,068 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,068 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1923
School Rankings
Gorton 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 Gorton High School is 0.53, 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
#1712 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
65%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Wolf
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 #1712 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gorton High School?
The graduation rate of Gorton High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Gorton High School?
1,068 students attend Gorton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gorton High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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