Serving 592 students in grades 5-6, Toll Gate Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Toll Gate Middle School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for Tomorrow
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Toll Gate Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toll Gate Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#348 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
25%
17%
White
52%
65%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #348 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
592 students attend Toll Gate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Toll Gate Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toll Gate Middle School?
Toll Gate Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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