Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Goshen Lane 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goshen Lane Elementary School serves the west part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goshen Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Goshen Lane Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goshen Lane 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 Goshen Lane Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1488 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)18.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goshen Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Goshen Lane Elementary School is ranked #1488 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Goshen Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Goshen Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapelfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Goshen Lane Elementary School?
464 students attend Goshen Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Goshen Lane Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goshen Lane Elementary School?
Goshen Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goshen Lane Elementary School offer ?
Goshen Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goshen Lane Elementary School part of?
Goshen Lane Elementary School is part of Gahanna-Jefferson City School District.
In what neighborhood is Goshen Lane Elementary School located?
Goshen Lane Elementary School is located in the College Park of Gahanna neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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