Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gates Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gates Mills Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Rankings
Gates Mills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Mills Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#151 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
46%
65%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Gates Mills Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gates Mills Elementary School often compared to?
Gates Mills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lander Elementary School, Mayfield Center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Gates Mills Elementary School?
120 students attend Gates Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gates Mills Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Mills Elementary School?
Gates Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gates Mills Elementary School offer ?
Gates Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gates Mills Elementary School part of?
Gates Mills Elementary School is part of Mayfield City School District.
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