Serving 450 students in grades 9-12, Gouverneur High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gouverneur Junior-Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 227.1 square miles in and around Gouverneur, NY. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gouverneur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gouverneur High School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gouverneur High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gouverneur High School is 0.06, 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
#530 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Gray
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gouverneur High School's ranking?
Gouverneur High School is ranked #530 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gouverneur High School?
The graduation rate of Gouverneur High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Gouverneur High School?
450 students attend Gouverneur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gouverneur High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gouverneur High School?
Gouverneur High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gouverneur High School offer ?
Gouverneur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gouverneur High School part of?
Gouverneur High School is part of Gouverneur Central School District.
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