For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,053 students in 14070, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in 14070, NY are Gowanda High School, Gowanda Elementary School and Gowanda Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 14070 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 14070, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14070, NY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gowanda High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10674 Prospect St
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-3325
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-3325
Gr: 9-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Gowanda Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 Aldrich St
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-3325
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-3325
Gr: PK-4 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Gowanda Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10674 Prospect St
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-3325
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-3325
Gr: 5-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
14070, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gowanda Correctional Facility (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
South Rd-po Bx 350
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-0177
Gowanda, NY 14070
(716) 532-0177
Gr: Inquire with school | 10 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 14070, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 14070, NY include Gowanda High School, Gowanda Elementary School and Gowanda Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 14070?
3 public schools are located in 14070.
What is the racial composition of students in 14070?
14070 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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