Serving 447 students in grades 7-8, Gaskill Preparatory 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 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaskill Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gaskill Preparatory School's student population of 447 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Gaskill Preparatory 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 Gaskill Preparatory School is 0.72, 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
#4152 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
43%
15%
White
24%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaskill Preparatory School's ranking?
Gaskill Preparatory School is ranked #4152 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gaskill Preparatory School often compared to?
Gaskill Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasalle Preparatory School, Niagara Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gaskill Preparatory School?
447 students attend Gaskill Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gaskill Preparatory School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaskill Preparatory School?
Gaskill Preparatory School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gaskill Preparatory School offer ?
Gaskill Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gaskill Preparatory School part of?
Gaskill Preparatory School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
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