Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Goshen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Goshen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Goshen Elementary School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Innovation... Empowering Potential... Enriching our World.
School Rankings
West Goshen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Goshen Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1154 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Goshen Elementary School's ranking?
West Goshen Elementary School is ranked #1154 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Goshen Elementary School often compared to?
West Goshen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamberlain Elementary School, Model Elementary School, Prairie View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend West Goshen Elementary School?
386 students attend West Goshen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Goshen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Goshen Elementary School?
West Goshen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Goshen Elementary School offer ?
West Goshen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Goshen Elementary School part of?
West Goshen Elementary School is part of Goshen Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is West Goshen Elementary School located?
West Goshen Elementary School is located in the West Goshen neighborhood of Goshen, IN.
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