Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, Gowanda 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 80-89% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gowanda High School's attendance zone covers the entire Gowanda school district, encompassing approximately 95.8 square miles. The area typically takes 10-15 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gowanda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gowanda High School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 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 Motto
We are PANTHERS who... are a community of learners striving for excellence in communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
School Rankings
Gowanda 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 Gowanda High School is 0.55, 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
#508 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. 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)
80-89%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
22%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
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
33%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gowanda High School's ranking?
Gowanda High School is ranked #508 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gowanda High School often compared to?
Gowanda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cattaraugus-little Valley High School, Franklinville Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gowanda High School?
The graduation rate of Gowanda High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Gowanda High School?
298 students attend Gowanda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gowanda High School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 9% 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 High School?
Gowanda High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gowanda High School offer ?
Gowanda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gowanda High School part of?
Gowanda High School is part of Gowanda Central School District.
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