Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Big Walnut Elementary 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Walnut Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Big Walnut Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring and Guiding each student to his or her maximum potential.
School Rankings
Big Walnut Elementary 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 Big Walnut Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
Big Walnut Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Big Walnut Elementary School often compared to?
Big Walnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Walnut Intermediate School, Big Walnut Middle School, General Rosecrans Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Big Walnut Elementary School?
389 students attend Big Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Big Walnut Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Walnut Elementary School?
Big Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Walnut Elementary School offer ?
Big Walnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Walnut Elementary School part of?
Big Walnut Elementary School is part of Big Walnut Local School District.
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