Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Gorrell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gorrell Elementary School serves the western part of Massillon, OH, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gorrell Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together We are Tigers
School Rankings
Gorrell 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 Gorrell Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1170 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)38.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-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 Gorrell Elementary School's ranking?
Gorrell Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gorrell Elementary School often compared to?
Gorrell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Southway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gorrell Elementary School?
338 students attend Gorrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gorrell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gorrell Elementary School?
Gorrell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gorrell Elementary School offer ?
Gorrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorrell Elementary School part of?
Gorrell Elementary School is part of Massillon City School District.
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