GAHANNA WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL

Gahanna West Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Gahanna-Jefferson City school district, located in Gahanna, OH with about 636 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Gahanna West Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gahanna West Middle School, located at 350 N. Stygler Rd in Gahanna, Ohio, serves as a key academic institution within the Gahanna-Jefferson Public School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the unique developmental needs of students in grades 6 through 8, providing a structured yet supportive environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary and high school. The school is committed to fostering both academic excellence and social-emotional growth, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills while engaging in a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs.

The school benefits from being part of the well-regarded Gahanna-Jefferson community, which places a high value on collaborative partnerships between educators, students, and families. With a focus on preparing students for the rigors of high school, Gahanna West emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that aims to meet diverse learning styles. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and community engagement, the school strives to ensure that its students not only succeed in the classroom but also develop the character and leadership skills necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Gahanna West Middle School at (614) 478-5570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

350 N Stygler Rd
Gahanna, OH 43230-2438
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GAHANNA WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Gahanna, OH with about 636 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
636
Teachers:
35.61
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 636 students

White
53.3%
Black or African American
27.2%
Two or more races
7.7%
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
Asian
4.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.