Serving 591 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 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- 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 591 students has declined by 7% 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
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Walnut Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Creek Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#196 out of 3241 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
75%
66%
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
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Walnut Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Creek Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 3,241 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
591 students attend Walnut Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Walnut Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 3% 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 19:1, 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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