For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,329 students in Galena, OH. Galena has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Ohio.
The top-ranked public schools in Galena, OH are Johnnycake Corners Elementary School, Walnut Creek Elementary School and Berkshire Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galena, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Galena have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Galena, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnnycake Corners Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6783 Falling Meadows Dr
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 657-5650
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 657-5650
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Creek Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5600 Grand Oak Blvd
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 657-4750
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 657-4750
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Berkshire Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2869 S. Three B's & K Road
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 657-5200
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 657-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 883 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Hylen Souders Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4121 Miller Paul Rd
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 965-3200
Galena, OH 43021
(740) 965-3200
Gr: K-3 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Galena, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Galena, OH include Johnnycake Corners Elementary School, Walnut Creek Elementary School and Berkshire Middle School. Galena has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Ohio.
How many public schools are located in Galena?
4 public schools are located in Galena.
What is the racial composition of students in Galena?
Galena public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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