Serving 619 students in grades 7-8, Big Walnut Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (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 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Walnut Middle School's student population of 619 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Big Walnut Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Walnut Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#746 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Walnut Middle School's ranking?
Big Walnut Middle School is ranked #746 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
65% 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 Middle School?
619 students attend Big Walnut Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Big Walnut Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Walnut Middle School offer ?
Big Walnut Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (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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