Gorton High School provides students with a wide array of studies that include; Computer Sciences Academy, Law and Public Service Academy, Medical Professions Academy, Horticulture, Electronics, and Building Maintenance Academy, Philosophy and students take advantage of smaller learning communities. Computer sciences program includes multimedia and software development, preparing students for careers in computer applications, graphics and website development and design.
Medical Profession studies are abundant with career exploration in medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, public health, and hospital administration. Hands-on experiences in medical arts, microbiology, anatomy and physiology Internships, mentorship’s, and practicum’s in fields of interest
College classes through the College of Mt. St. Vincent, Mercy College, Lehman College and Westchester Community College, as well as the Tech Prep program Certificate programs in certified nurse aide, emergency medical technician and pharmacy technician.
Gorton High School teams of 120 students taught by core area teachers using interdisciplinary instruction and flexible scheduling comfortable adjustment for high school students. The school encourages creativity and initiative, which will enable students to become actively engaged in their own learning while challenging them to become responsible for their success.
Gorton High School
Yonkers City School District
100 Shonnard Place
Yonkers, NY 10703
Urban Fringe of a Large City (Suburb: Large)
914-376-8350 (Phone)
Serving Grades: 9-12
Principal: Danny House
Compare to nearby schools »9th | 10th | 11th | 12th | Ungraded Secondary |
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493 | 370 | 228 | 215 | 170 |
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges In New York State | 84 (37%) |
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges Outside of New York State | 17 (07%) |
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges In New York State | 47 (20%) |
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges Outside of New York State | 0 (0%) |
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions In New York State | 0 (0%) |
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions Outside of New York State | 1 (00%) |
Number of high school graduates who plan to enroll in the Military | 1 (00%) |
Number of high school graduates who plan to pursue employment | 8 (00%) |
Number of high school graduates with disabilities who plan to attend vocational rehabilitation programs. | 0 (0%) |
Number of high school graduates with a known plan not specified above. | 4 (01%) |
Number of high school graduates whose plans do not fit the above categories or are unknown. | 62 (27%) |
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Gorton High School - Yonkers, NY