Serving 619 students in grades 5-6, Big Walnut Intermediate 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 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Big Walnut Intermediate School's student population of 619 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Walnut Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Walnut Intermediate School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#512 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #512 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
619 students attend Big Walnut Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Big Walnut Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 5-6
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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