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#40 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 6% of private schools

Gilmour Academy

School

34001 CEDAR RD, Gates Mills, OH 44040

Private

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#40 of 713

In Gates Mills

#1 of 2

public schools

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Gilmour Academy

8.4/10

School in Gates Mills · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gilmour Academy

Gilmour Academy is a private school in Gates Mills, OH. Gilmour Academy serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gilmour Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares2.0 pts above OH schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Gilmour Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Gilmour Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Gilmour Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Gilmour Academy compares to the 1 public school in Gates Mills, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
656
This School
vs
114
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.4
This School
vs
8.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
White 0.9% vs 0%
Asian 0.2% vs 0%
Gilmour Academy Gates Mills Public Avg

All Schools in Gates Mills

School Rating
Gilmour Academy (this school) 8.4
Gates Mills Elementary School 8.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,306.7
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 656
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Native American 95.6%
Two or More 2.3%
Hispanic 1.1%
White 0.9%
Asian 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

34001 CEDAR RD, Gates Mills, OH 44040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gilmour Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Moreland Hills Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Pepper Pike), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ballard Brady Middle School (rated 9.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Pepper Pike), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gates Mills Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gates Mills, see our Gates Mills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Gates Mills 1.3 mi 6.3
Mayfield Middle School Cleveland 2.0 mi 8.1
Lander Elementary Cleveland 1.7 mi 7.2
Gates Mills Elementary School Gates Mills 2.2 mi 8.8
Mayfield Center Elementary School Mayfield 2.7 mi 8.6
Mayfield High School Cleveland 2.7 mi 6.5
Mayfield Preschool Mayfield Village 2.7 mi 6.5
CORPUS CHRISTI ACADEMY Lyndhurst 2.5 mi 7.2
Sunview Elementary School Lyndhurst 2.4 mi 7.3
Orange High School Pepper Pike 3.2 mi 8.2
Orange Inclusive Preschool Pepper Pike 3.2 mi 5.9
GROSS SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Pepper Pike 2.7 mi 7.9
Ballard Brady Middle School Pepper Pike 3.5 mi 9.4
Moreland Hills Elementary School Pepper Pike 3.5 mi 9.6
Millridge Elementary School Cleveland 3.2 mi 8.8
FUCHS MIZRACHI SCHOOL Beachwood 3.3 mi 7.9
JOSEPH AND FLORENCE MANDEL JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Beachwood 3.4 mi 8.3
ST PASCHAL BAYLON SCHOOL Highland Heights 3.6 mi 6.9
YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Beachwood 3.5 mi
Flex High School Cleveland Richmond Heights 3.9 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,579

Median Home Value

$497,600

Median Rent

$2,417/mo

Population

3,032

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

95.1%

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

54.5

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LAUREL SCHOOL Shaker Heights, OH 8.6
MADISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Groveport, OH 8.2
CATHOLIC CENTRAL Springfield, OH 8.0
THE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gilmour Academy

What grades does Gilmour Academy serve?

Gilmour Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Gilmour Academy?

Gilmour Academy has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilmour Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Gilmour Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Gilmour Academy rank in OH?

Gilmour Academy ranks #40 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Gilmour Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Gilmour Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Gilmour Academy a private school?

Yes, Gilmour Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Gilmour Academy a religious school?

Gilmour Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
656
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Cuyahoga County

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