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Goshen High School

High School · Goshen Community Schools

401 Lincolnway East, Goshen, IN 46526

Enrollment

2,041

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#958 of 1,823

In Goshen

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Goshen Community Schools

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Goshen High School

6.3/10

High School in Goshen · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Goshen High School

Goshen High School is a public high school in Goshen, IN, part of Goshen Community Schools. Goshen High School serves approximately 2,041 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Goshen High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Goshen High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with IN schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Goshen High School is a large school: 2,041 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

45% of students at Goshen High School 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation1.8%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,439
Chronic Absenteeism45.4%

Goshen High School — Students at Goshen High School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Goshen High School Compares

See how Goshen High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in IN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
5
3 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
110 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
1.8% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·12 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
3 boys'·2 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

401 Lincolnway East, Goshen, IN 46526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Goshen High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CROSSING NATIONAL, INC (rated 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairfield Jr-Sr High School (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Goshen, see our Goshen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Parkside Elementary School Goshen 0.7 mi 8.4
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goshen 0.6 mi 5.8
Chamberlain Elementary School Goshen 1.0 mi 8.1
Goshen Junior High School Goshen 1.3 mi 6.5
West Goshen Elementary School Goshen 1.4 mi 7.8
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Goshen 2.4 mi 8.2
Waterford Elementary School Goshen 2.6 mi 8.4
Prairie View Elementary School Goshen 2.5 mi 8.3
Model Elementary School Goshen 2.3 mi 7.6
Goshen Intermediate School Goshen 2.4 mi 7.2
Jefferson Elementary School Goshen 4.5 mi 9.0
CROSSING NATIONAL, INC Goshen 3.9 mi 8.3
New Paris Elementary School New Paris 5.2 mi 7.3
BASHOR ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Goshen 4.3 mi
Fairfield Jr-Sr High School Goshen 5.2 mi 6.8
HILLSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Goshen 4.6 mi 3.6
CLINTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 4.8 mi 8.3
Benton Elementary School Goshen 6.0 mi 6.7
NORTHERN MAPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elkhart 5.3 mi
WOODLAWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 5.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,864

Median Home Value

$192,900

Median Rent

$1,061/mo

Population

33,527

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Goshen High School

What grades does Goshen High School serve?

Goshen High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Goshen High School?

Goshen High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,041 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Goshen High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Goshen High School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Goshen High School rank in IN?

Goshen High School ranks #958 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Goshen High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Goshen High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Goshen High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Goshen High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Goshen High School a charter school?

No, Goshen High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Goshen High School a Title I school?

No, Goshen High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goshen High School?

61.4% of students at Goshen High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,041
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
110
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Elkhart County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.4%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Goshen Community Schools
District Enrollment
6,221
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,439
District Rank
#9 of 9

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