Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, Mt Gilead High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Gilead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mt Gilead High School's student population of 283 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Gilead High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Gilead High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1942 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Gilead High School's ranking?
Mt Gilead High School is ranked #1942 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mt Gilead High School often compared to?
Mt Gilead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High School, Cardington-lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt Gilead High School?
The graduation rate of Mt Gilead High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mt Gilead High School?
283 students attend Mt Gilead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mt Gilead High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Gilead High School?
Mt Gilead High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt Gilead High School offer ?
Mt Gilead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt Gilead High School part of?
Mt Gilead High School is part of Mount Gilead Exempted Village School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
At Mount Gilead High School you will find teachers that really want to help each child. You will also find a top notch arts program for this size school, though it is unclear whether it will remain with budget cuts. Also worth noting that through my experience at Mount Gilead I have noticed no signs of bullying. It may be in the middle of nowhere, but you can be assured that a child will be safe and well educated at this school.
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