Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Gibbs 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14%
- Attendance Zone: Gibbs Elementary School serves a central area in Canton, OH, covering approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the school's boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibbs Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gibbs 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 Gibbs Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2829 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
8%
Black
35%
17%
White
24%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibbs Elementary School's ranking?
Gibbs Elementary School is ranked #2829 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gibbs Elementary School?
354 students attend Gibbs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Gibbs Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibbs Elementary School?
Gibbs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gibbs Elementary School offer ?
Gibbs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibbs Elementary School part of?
Gibbs Elementary School is part of Canton City School District.
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