Serving 1,127 students in grades 9-12, Gates Chili High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Chili High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gates Chili High School's student population of 1,127 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
School Rankings
Gates Chili High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Chili High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1173 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Chili High School's ranking?
Gates Chili High School is ranked #1173 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gates Chili High School often compared to?
Gates Chili High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchville-chili Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gates Chili High School?
The graduation rate of Gates Chili High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gates Chili High School?
1,127 students attend Gates Chili High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gates Chili High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gates Chili High School?
Gates Chili High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gates Chili High School offer ?
Gates Chili High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gates Chili High School part of?
Gates Chili High School is part of Gates Chili Central School District.
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