Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gowanda Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gowanda Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Gowanda school district, encompassing approximately 95.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gowanda Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gowanda Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gowanda Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2725 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
24%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
57%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gowanda Elementary School's ranking?
Gowanda Elementary School is ranked #2725 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gowanda Elementary School?
421 students attend Gowanda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gowanda Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gowanda Elementary School?
Gowanda Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gowanda Elementary School offer ?
Gowanda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gowanda Elementary School part of?
Gowanda Elementary School is part of Gowanda Central School District.
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