Serving 147 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Walnut Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Walnut Creek Elementary School's student population of 147 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
INSPIRE. PREPARE. CHALLENGE.
School Rankings
Walnut Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.08, 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
#121 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #121 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Walnut Creek Elementary School?
147 students attend Walnut Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Walnut Creek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Creek Elementary School part of?
Walnut Creek Elementary School is part of East Holmes Local School District.
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