Gorton High School is a public high school for grades 9–12, in Yonkers, New York, operated by the Yonkers Public Schools.
Serving 1,080 students in grades 9-12, Gorton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 16:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,080 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gorton High School's student population of 1,080 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,080 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Gorton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1243 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
22%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorton High School's ranking?
Gorton High School is ranked #1243 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gorton High School?
1,080 students attend Gorton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gorton High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 16:1, 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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