Excellent
#431 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 13% in state
Wiggin Street Elementary School
Elementary School · Mount Vernon City
PO Box 352, Gambier, OH 43022
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#431 of 3,441
In district
#3 of 8
Mount Vernon City
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Wiggin Street Elementary School
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About Wiggin Street Elementary School
Wiggin Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gambier, OH, part of Mount Vernon City. Wiggin Street Elementary School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wiggin Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Wiggin Street Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Wiggin Street Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Wiggin Street Elementary School — Students at Wiggin Street Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.0/10.
How Wiggin Street Elementary School Compares
See how Wiggin Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 352, Gambier, OH 43022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wiggin Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Columbia Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Danville Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Danville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gambier, see our Gambier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Knox Elementary School Howard | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| East Knox Junior/Senior High School Howard | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Twin Oak Elementary School Mount Vernon | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Mount Vernon Middle School Mount Vernon | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| East Elementary School Mount Vernon | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Knox County Career Center Mount Vernon | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 4.6 mi | — |
| Pleasant Street Elementary School Mount Vernon | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRISTIAN STAR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 5.0 mi | — |
| Dan Emmett Elementary School Mount Vernon | 5.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon | 5.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Danville Elementary School Danville | 8.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Utica Elementary School Utica | 10.0 mi | 7.6 |
| North Fork Online Academy Utica | 9.9 mi | — |
| Utica High School Utica | 10.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Utica Middle School Utica | 10.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Danville High School Danville | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fredericktown Elementary School Fredericktown | 10.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,717
Median Home Value
$281,600
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
3,621
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
78.3%
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
21.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Austinburg Elementary School Austinburg, OH | 8.6 |
| Elm Avenue Elementary School Wyoming, OH | 8.6 |
| New Knoxville Elementary School New Knoxville, OH | 8.6 |
| New Riegel Elementary School New Riegel, OH | 8.6 |
| Bristol Elementary School Bristolville, OH | 8.7 |
| Columbus Grove Elementary School Columbus Grove, OH | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wiggin Street Elementary School
What grades does Wiggin Street Elementary School serve?
Wiggin Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wiggin Street Elementary School?
Wiggin Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wiggin Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wiggin Street Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wiggin Street Elementary School rank in OH?
Wiggin Street Elementary School ranks #431 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Wiggin Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wiggin Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Wiggin Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wiggin Street Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wiggin Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wiggin Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wiggin Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wiggin Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wiggin Street Elementary School?
29.5% of students at Wiggin Street Elementary 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
- 41 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (740) 427-4262
Resources & Links
District
Mount Vernon City- District Enrollment
- 3,490
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,724
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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