Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gorsuch West 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 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gorsuch West Elementary School's student population of 576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Gorsuch West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gorsuch West Elementary School is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2206 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorsuch West Elementary School's ranking?
Gorsuch West Elementary School is ranked #2206 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gorsuch West Elementary School often compared to?
Gorsuch West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Pleasant Elementary School, Tallmadge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gorsuch West Elementary School?
576 students attend Gorsuch West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Gorsuch West Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gorsuch West Elementary School?
Gorsuch West Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gorsuch West Elementary School offer ?
Gorsuch West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorsuch West Elementary School part of?
Gorsuch West Elementary School is part of Lancaster City School District.
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