Serving 973 students in grades 5-8, Big Walnut Middle 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 77% (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 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Walnut Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sunbury, OH, encompassing approximately 108.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Walnut Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Walnut Middle School's student population of 973 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Campus Size
310 acres
School Motto
Inspiring and Guiding each student to his or her maximum potential.
School Rankings
Big Walnut Middle 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 Middle School is 0.26, 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
#455 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Walnut Middle School's ranking?
Big Walnut Middle School is ranked #455 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Big Walnut Middle School often compared to?
Big Walnut Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Walnut Elementary School, Big Walnut High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% 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 Middle School?
973 students attend Big Walnut Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Big Walnut Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Walnut Middle School?
Big Walnut Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Walnut Middle School offer ?
Big Walnut Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Walnut Middle School part of?
Big Walnut Middle School is part of Big Walnut Local School District.
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