Needs Improvement
#1794 of 1,823 schools in IN
Carrie Gosch PK Center
School · School City of East Chicago
4001 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, IN 46312
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,794 of 1,823
In East Chicago
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
School City of East Chicago
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Carrie Gosch PK Center
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About Carrie Gosch PK Center
Carrie Gosch PK Center is a public school in East Chicago, IN, part of School City of East Chicago. Carrie Gosch PK Center serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carrie Gosch PK Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,794 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Carrie Gosch PK Center show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- IN avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Carrie Gosch PK Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
93% of students at Carrie Gosch PK Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Carrie Gosch PK Center — Students at Carrie Gosch PK Center score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How Carrie Gosch PK Center Compares
See how Carrie Gosch PK Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4001 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, IN 46312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carrie Gosch PK Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Whiting), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP NOLL INSTITUTE/CATHOLIC DIOECE OF GARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hammond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Chicago, see our East Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,071
Median Home Value
$92,400
Median Rent
$820/mo
Population
26,158
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
44.1%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
36.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carrie Gosch PK Center
What grades does Carrie Gosch PK Center serve?
Carrie Gosch PK Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Carrie Gosch PK Center?
Carrie Gosch PK Center has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrie Gosch PK Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Carrie Gosch PK Center is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carrie Gosch PK Center rank in IN?
Carrie Gosch PK Center ranks #1,794 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Carrie Gosch PK Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Carrie Gosch PK Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carrie Gosch PK Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carrie Gosch PK Center has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Carrie Gosch PK Center a charter school?
No, Carrie Gosch PK Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carrie Gosch PK Center a Title I school?
No, Carrie Gosch PK Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrie Gosch PK Center?
40.0% of students at Carrie Gosch PK Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 90
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.3%
- Phone
- (219) 391-4172
Resources & Links
District
School City of East Chicago- District Enrollment
- 3,074
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,716
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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