For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 298 students in Gowanda, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Gowanda, NY is Gowanda High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gowanda, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Gowanda have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Gowanda, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gowanda High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Gowanda, NY (2026-27)
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%
Gowanda, 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 high schools in Gowanda, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Gowanda, NY include Gowanda High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gowanda?
1 public high schools are located in Gowanda.
What is the racial composition of students in Gowanda?
Gowanda public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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