Serving 766 students in grades 6-8, Gowana Middle 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 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gowana Middle School's student population of 766 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gowana Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gowana Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1382 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gowana Middle School's ranking?
Gowana Middle School is ranked #1382 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gowana Middle School often compared to?
Gowana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acadia Middle School, Koda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Gowana Middle School?
766 students attend Gowana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gowana Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gowana Middle School?
Gowana Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gowana Middle School offer ?
Gowana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gowana Middle School part of?
Gowana Middle School is part of Shenendehowa Central School District.
School Reviews
2 5/11/2018
Not sensitive to needs of children with learning disabilities. Amount of services provided (or even available) goes down each year. It is rugged individualism with low compassion.
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