Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gables Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gables Elementary School serves the northwest part of Columbus, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gables Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gables Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gables Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2310 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gables Elementary School's ranking?
Gables Elementary School is ranked #2310 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gables Elementary School often compared to?
Gables Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterset Elementary School, Daniel Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gables Elementary School?
446 students attend Gables Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Gables Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gables Elementary School?
Gables Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gables Elementary School offer ?
Gables Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gables Elementary School part of?
Gables Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Gables Elementary School located?
Gables Elementary School is located in the The Gables neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in The Gables.
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