For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 779 students in 14070, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 14070, NY are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 14070 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14070, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14070, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
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 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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 elementary schools in 14070, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 14070, NY include Gowanda Elementary School and Gowanda Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14070?
2 public elementary schools are located in 14070.
What is the racial composition of students in 14070?
14070 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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