Serving 654 students in grades 3-6, Vangorden Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vangorden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vangorden Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Vangorden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vangorden Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#402 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
8%
17%
White
72%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Vangorden Elementary School's ranking?
Vangorden Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Vangorden Elementary School often compared to?
Vangorden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Early Childhood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Vangorden Elementary School?
654 students attend Vangorden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Vangorden Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vangorden Elementary School?
Vangorden Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vangorden Elementary School offer ?
Vangorden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vangorden Elementary School part of?
Vangorden Elementary School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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