- Big Walnut Intermediate School — Grades 4–5 · 663 students
- Prairie Run Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 352 students
- General Rosecrans Elementary — Grades K–3 · 296 students
- Big Walnut Elementary School — Grades K–3 · 295 students
- Hylen Souders Elementary School — Grades K–3 · 289 students
- Big Walnut Early Learning Center at Harrison Street — Grades PK–PK · 131 students
- Big Walnut Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 973 students
- Big Walnut High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,299 students
Ohio School District Income Tax
School district #2101| Metric | Big Walnut Local School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,172 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 8 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Walnut Local School District (this district) | 8/10 | 78th | 4,172 |
| Mount Vernon City School District | 8/10 | 71st | 3,536 |
| Fredericktown Local School District | 7/10 | 67th | 1,139 |
| Granville Exempted Village School District | 10/10 | 94th | 2,594 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 78th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Ohio Dept. of Education & Workforce, Ohio State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient or above, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
About Big Walnut Local School District
Zip code 43021 in Big Walnut, Ohio is served by Big Walnut Local School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Big Walnut Local School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Big Walnut Local School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Ohio public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Ohio’s State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Ohio is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Big Walnut Local School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Ohio. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 43021
Children in zip code 43021 are assigned to Big Walnut Local School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 43021, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Big Walnut Local School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Galena
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Big Walnut Local School District serves zip code 43021, homes in and around zip code 43021 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Big Walnut Local School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 43021.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Big Walnut Local School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 43021 data.