At a glance
Reported students
1,134
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
102.76
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
421
Gates Chili High School: 1,134 reported students.
State peer staffing position
54th percentile
11:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,163
- Teachers (FTE)
- 226
- Student–teacher ratio
- 5.1:1
What the reported data says about Gates Chili High School
Gates Chili High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Rochester. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Gates Chili Central School District. NCES reports 1,134 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11:1, close to the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46.5%) and Black (21.1%). English learners represent 1.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 10 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Gates Chili High School
- 1How do the reported 11:1 student–teacher ratio and 102.76 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 53.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46.5%
- Hispanic18.3%
- Black21.1%
- Asian5.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial7.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
10 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Gates Chili Central School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Gates Chili Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
838 reported students
Paul Road School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
426 reported students
Walt Disney School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
416 reported students
Neil Armstrong School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
400 reported students
Florence Brasser School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
384 reported students
Public schools near Gates Chili High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edison Career and Technology High School High · Rochester City School District | 09–12 | 1,362 | 2.4 mi |
| Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School High · Rochester City School District | 09–12 | 868 | 3.6 mi |
| Young Women's College Prep CS High · Charter · Young Women's College Prep CS | 07–12 | 356 | 3.8 mi |
| Spencerport High School High · Spencerport Central School District | 09–12 | 1,127 | 4.4 mi |
| University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men High · Charter · University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men | 06–12 | 514 | 4.5 mi |
| Rochester Early College International High School High · Rochester City School District | 09–12 | 458 | 4.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Gates Chili High School
What grades does Gates Chili High School serve?
Gates Chili High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Gates Chili Central School District.
How many students attend Gates Chili High School?
Gates Chili High School reported 1,134 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,163 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Gates Chili High School?
The calculated ratio is 11:1, based on 1,134 students and 102.76 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Gates Chili High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Gates Chili High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Gates Chili Central School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Gates Chili High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
53.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Gates Chili High School in?
Gates Chili High School is part of Gates Chili Central School District, based in Rochester, NY, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Gates Chili High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Edison Career and Technology High School (2.4 mi), Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School (3.6 mi), Young Women's College Prep CS (3.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.