Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gables 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 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gables Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gables Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Gables 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 Gables Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#2304 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
16%
17%
White
36%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
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 Gables Elementary School's ranking?
Gables Elementary School is ranked #2304 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gables Elementary School often compared to?
Gables Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gables Elementary School?
459 students attend Gables Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Gables Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gables Elementary School?
Gables Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gables Elementary School offer ?
Gables Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gables Elementary School part of?
Gables Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Gables Elementary School located?
Gables Elementary School is located in the The Gables neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in The Gables.
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