Student Body
What characterizes the students at Pickering College—both individually and as a collective? How does it compare with other schools?
Facts and analysis
Total enrollment
550 students attend Pickering College.
Pickering College has a larger student body than 82% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Enrollment Pickering College Median of all other schools JK 16 16 SK 16 17 Gr. 1 36 18 Gr. 2 18 18 Gr. 3 18 18 Gr. 4 32 18 Gr. 5 24 20 Gr. 6 38 20 Gr. 7 40 24 Gr. 8 40 25 Gr. 9 66 40 Gr. 10 76 40 Gr. 11 80 43 Gr. 12 78 43
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Why it matters
While some researchers have looked to uncover the "ideal" school size, these studies often generalize student preferences and behaviours. Your real goal is to find what best suits your child’s needs. Smaller schools can offer a school-wide sense of connection, while larger schools often provide broader programming and opportunities. Also, note that per-grade enrollment often tells a more meaningful story than total enrollment alone (read topic guide).
Gender
Both girls and boys attend.
This makes Pickering College like 91% of other schools we cover.
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Why it matters
A school’s gender composition influences its social, academic, and extracurricular experiences. Coed schools often encourage collaboration across genders, while single-gender schools (all-boys or all-girls) may focus on specialized learning approaches (read topic guide).
Boarding Population
Pickering College offers boarding from Grade 7 to 12. Only 23% of the total student body boards.
Pickering College has a larger proportion of boarding students than 41% of its peer boarding schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Boarding students as a percentage of total enrollment Pickering College Median of all other boarding schools Gr. 7 5% 10% Gr. 8 10% 15% Gr. 9 33% 38% Gr. 10 39% 48% Gr. 11 43% 51% Gr. 12 44% 53% -
Why it matters
The proportion of boarding students is an important factor in shaping a school’s culture. Large boarding populations may create an immersive environment, while smaller boarding communities may balance residential life with local engagement (read topic guide).
International Students
25% of students come from outside Canada.
See how this ranks Pickering College below.
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Why it matters
A diverse international student body offers opportunities for cultural exchange and a global perspective. These experiences can enhance your child’s understanding of different cultures and prepare them for a globalized world (read topic guide).
