Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Creek Elementary serves the southeast part of Galena, OH, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Creek Elementary 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
Walnut Creek Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Creek Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#213 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Creek Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Walnut Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alum Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Walnut Creek Elementary School?
546 students attend Walnut Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Walnut Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Creek Elementary School?
Walnut Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walnut Creek Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Creek Elementary School part of?
Walnut Creek Elementary School is part of Olentangy Local School District.
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