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Winchester Trail Elementary

Elementary School · Canal Winchester Local

6865 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Enrollment

967

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Canal Winchester

#2 of 4

public schools

Ohio elementary schools

#927 of 1,742

In district

#2 of 4

Canal Winchester Local

Equity

7.4 / 10

Strong

About Winchester Trail Elementary

Winchester Trail Elementary serves 967 students in grades 3-5 in Canal Winchester, a growing suburban community in Franklin County. With 59 full-time teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.4 to 1, providing reasonable class sizes for this grade configuration. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, ranking in the 67th percentile among Ohio elementary schools at #1147 out of 3468 statewide.

Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 71% achieving proficient or above levels, while 67% reach proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. These results reflect steady academic achievement across the core subject areas. Winchester Trail Elementary draws families from the 43110 area, where the median household income reaches $70,549 and nearly four in ten adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The community maintains economic stability with a low poverty rate of 7.1% and median home values around $251,300, indicating an established suburban neighborhood that values education. The school's location on Gender Road places it within Canal Winchester's expanding residential areas, where families appreciate the balance of suburban amenities and proximity to Columbus. This large suburban setting provides students with access to community resources while maintaining a neighborhood school atmosphere that serves this concentrated age group of upper elementary learners.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-7.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55%
Reading/ELA Proficiency60%
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.5Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,153

Winchester Trail Elementary — Students at Winchester Trail Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 64.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
60%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Winchester Trail Elementary Compares

See how Winchester Trail Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in OH
Academic
7.0/10
7.0/10
Growth
4.7/10
Below average
Environment
6.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers

Location

6865 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winchester Trail Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Trail Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Sycamore Creek Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Pickerington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pickerington Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Pickerington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Canal Winchester, see our Canal Winchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Trail Elementary School Canal Winchester 0.2 mi 5.4
THE LEARNING SPECTRUM LTD - CANAL WINCHESTER Canal Winchester 0.8 mi 7.7
Canal Winchester Middle School Canal Winchester 0.8 mi 7.4
Canal Winchester High School Canal Winchester 1.2 mi 5.4
Groveport Madison Middle School Central Groveport 2.5 mi 3.7
Groveport Elementary School Groveport 2.6 mi 4.8
HARVEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Canal Winchester 3.4 mi 6.3
Groveport Madison Middle School South Groveport 3.2 mi 4.1
Glendening Elementary School Groveport 3.4 mi 3.6
Groveport Community School Groveport 3.7 mi 3.8
Groveport Madison High School Groveport 3.8 mi 5.0
Eastland Career Center Groveport 3.9 mi 7.2
Groveport Madison Middle School North Columbus 4.5 mi 4.3
Asbury Elementary School Columbus 4.5 mi 2.9
Sedalia Elementary Columbus 4.6 mi 3.9
Diley Middle School Pickerington 4.1 mi 5.4
Lil Cruiser Campus Groveport 4.1 mi 7.1
Sycamore Creek Elementary School Pickerington 3.9 mi 5.2
Dunloe Elementary School Columbus 4.9 mi 2.4
Pickerington Elementary School Pickerington 4.4 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,334

Median Home Value

$284,300

Median Rent

$1,218/mo

Population

40,896

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

34.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Winchester Trail Elementary has a median household income of $76,334. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $284,300, with a median rent of $1,218/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Indianola Informal K-8 School Columbus, OH 5.8
Laura Woodward Elementary School Delaware, OH 5.8
Mt Orab Primary Elementary School Mount Orab, OH 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winchester Trail Elementary

What grades does Winchester Trail Elementary serve?

Winchester Trail Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Winchester Trail Elementary?

Winchester Trail Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 967 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winchester Trail Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Winchester Trail Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winchester Trail Elementary rank in OH?

Winchester Trail Elementary is ranked #2119 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Winchester Trail Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Winchester Trail Elementary has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Winchester Trail Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Winchester Trail Elementary has 64.5% math proficiency and 65.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Winchester Trail Elementary a charter school?

No, Winchester Trail Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winchester Trail Elementary a Title I school?

No, Winchester Trail Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winchester Trail Elementary?

50.7% of students at Winchester Trail Elementary 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (62/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
967
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Canal Winchester Local
District Enrollment
3,759
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,185
District Rank
#2 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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