Gahanna East Middle School

730 Clotts Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Gahanna East Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 636 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 30% in OH
  • : 72% (Top 30%)
  • : 74% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Gahanna East Middle School's student population of 636 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026

School Rankings

Gahanna East Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gahanna East Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#685 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
72%
54%
74%
60%
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
17%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gahanna East Middle School's ranking?
Gahanna East Middle School is ranked #685 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gahanna East Middle School often compared to?
Gahanna East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gahanna South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gahanna East Middle School?
636 students attend Gahanna East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gahanna East Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gahanna East Middle School?
Gahanna East Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gahanna East Middle School offer ?
Gahanna East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gahanna East Middle School part of?
Gahanna East Middle School is part of Gahanna-Jefferson City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 636 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 72% (Top 30%)
  • : 74% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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