Serving 334 students in grades 5-8, Gowanda Middle 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gowanda Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gowanda school district, covering approximately 95.8 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gowanda Middle School's student population of 334 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gowanda Middle 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 Middle School is 0.56, 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
#3010 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
GCS Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gowanda Middle School's ranking?
Gowanda Middle School is ranked #3010 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gowanda Middle School?
334 students attend Gowanda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gowanda Middle School students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gowanda Middle School?
Gowanda Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gowanda Middle School offer ?
Gowanda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gowanda Middle School part of?
Gowanda Middle School is part of Gowanda Central School District.
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