Serving 936 students in grades 7-8, Goshen Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goshen Junior High School's student population of 936 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goshen Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goshen Junior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1047 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goshen Junior High School's ranking?
Goshen Junior High School is ranked #1047 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Goshen Junior High School often compared to?
Goshen Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Goshen Junior High School?
936 students attend Goshen Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Goshen Junior High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goshen Junior High School?
Goshen Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Goshen Junior High School offer ?
Goshen Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goshen Junior High School part of?
Goshen Junior High School is part of Goshen Community Schools School District.
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