Serving 298 students in grades 9-12, Gowanda High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gowanda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gowanda High School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are PANTHERS who... are a community of learners striving for excellence in communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
School Rankings
Gowanda High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gowanda High School is 0.55, 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
#508 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
63%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Gowanda High School's ranking?
Gowanda High School is ranked #508 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gowanda High School?
The graduation rate of Gowanda High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gowanda High School?
298 students attend Gowanda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gowanda High School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gowanda High School?
Gowanda High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gowanda High School offer ?
Gowanda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gowanda High School part of?
Gowanda High School is part of Gowanda Central School District.
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