Serving 948 students in grades 6-8, Howard L Goff School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than 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 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard L Goff School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Howard L Goff School's student population of 948 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
948 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Rankings
Howard L Goff 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 Howard L Goff School is 0.44, 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
#669 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
74%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Howard L Goff School's ranking?
Howard L Goff School is ranked #669 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Howard L Goff School often compared to?
Howard L Goff Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Howard L Goff School?
948 students attend Howard L Goff School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Howard L Goff School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard L Goff School?
Howard L Goff School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howard L Goff School offer ?
Howard L Goff School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howard L Goff School part of?
Howard L Goff School is part of East Greenbush Central School District.
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