Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-2, George H Gerke Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George H Gerke Elementary School serves the northern part of Franklin, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
George H Gerke Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
George H Gerke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George H Gerke Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#1548 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 George H Gerke Elementary School's ranking?
George H Gerke Elementary School is ranked #1548 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are George H Gerke Elementary School often compared to?
George H Gerke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunter Elementary School, William C Schenck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend George H Gerke Elementary School?
247 students attend George H Gerke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of George H Gerke Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George H Gerke Elementary School?
George H Gerke Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does George H Gerke Elementary School offer ?
George H Gerke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George H Gerke Elementary School part of?
George H Gerke Elementary School is part of Franklin City School District.
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