Serving 663 students in grades 4-5, Big Walnut Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Walnut Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Sunbury, OH, encompassing approximately 108.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Walnut Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Big Walnut Intermediate School's student population of 663 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Walnut Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Walnut Intermediate School is 0.24, which is less 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
#668 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Walnut Intermediate School's ranking?
Big Walnut Intermediate School is ranked #668 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Big Walnut Intermediate School often compared to?
Big Walnut Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Walnut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Big Walnut Intermediate School?
663 students attend Big Walnut Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Big Walnut Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Walnut Intermediate School?
Big Walnut Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Walnut Intermediate School offer ?
Big Walnut Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Walnut Intermediate School part of?
Big Walnut Intermediate School is part of Big Walnut Local School District.
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