Walnut Creek Elementary School

5600 Grand Oak Blvd
Galena, OH 43021
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 546 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 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10% in OH
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Walnut Creek Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 18% 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)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Walnut Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#213 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
85%
54%
85%
60%
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
74%
65%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walnut Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Creek Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 3,181 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?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
546 students attend Walnut Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Walnut Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% 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 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 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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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