Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Springs Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walnut Springs Middle School's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Springs Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Springs Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1971 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
29%
17%
White
48%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Springs Middle School's ranking?
Walnut Springs Middle School is ranked #1971 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Walnut Springs Middle School often compared to?
Walnut Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Walnut Springs Middle School?
914 students attend Walnut Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Walnut Springs Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Springs Middle School?
Walnut Springs Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walnut Springs Middle School offer ?
Walnut Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Springs Middle School part of?
Walnut Springs Middle School is part of Westerville City School District.
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