Serving 540 students in grades 5-6, Toll Gate Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toll Gate Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Toll Gate Middle School's student population of 540 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toll Gate Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toll Gate Middle School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#190 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
18%
17%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toll Gate Middle School's ranking?
Toll Gate Middle School is ranked #190 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Toll Gate Middle School?
540 students attend Toll Gate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Toll Gate Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toll Gate Middle School?
Toll Gate Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Toll Gate Middle School offer ?
Toll Gate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Toll Gate Middle School part of?
Toll Gate Middle School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
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