Big Walnut Local
4,298 Students
8 Schools
District Overview
Located in Sunbury, Ohio, within the greater Columbus metropolitan area, Big Walnut Local School District serves as an essential educational anchor for its fringe town community. Headquartered at 110 Tippett Ct, this fully operational, traditional public school system manages eight active campuses, providing a seamless educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district accommodates 4,298 students across its early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school levels, reflecting steady enrollment throughout all grade levels. Community members, prospective families, and researchers can learn more about district initiatives by visiting their website at www.bwls.net or contacting the central administrative office at (740) 965-3010.
To foster student achievement and maintain daily operations, Big Walnut Local benefits from a robust workforce totaling over 1,362 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The instructional framework is powered by more than 463 FTE classroom teachers alongside 80 FTE instructional aides, allowing for attentive academic guidance and specialized classroom support. In addition, an expansive team of nearly 819 FTE support staff ensures that essential district services, student assistance programs, and facility operations run efficiently. This strong staffing context underscores Big Walnut Local's commitment to delivering a supportive, well-rounded learning environment for families across central Ohio.
To foster student achievement and maintain daily operations, Big Walnut Local benefits from a robust workforce totaling over 1,362 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The instructional framework is powered by more than 463 FTE classroom teachers alongside 80 FTE instructional aides, allowing for attentive academic guidance and specialized classroom support. In addition, an expansive team of nearly 819 FTE support staff ensures that essential district services, student assistance programs, and facility operations run efficiently. This strong staffing context underscores Big Walnut Local's commitment to delivering a supportive, well-rounded learning environment for families across central Ohio.
8
Total Schools
4,298
Total Students
463.4
Full-Time Teachers
9.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3,713 |
| Hispanic | 227 |
| Black | 72 |
| Asian | 85 |
| Two or More | 194 |
| American Indian | 7 |
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White3,713 (86.4%)
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Hispanic227 (5.3%)
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Two or More194 (4.5%)
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Asian85 (2.0%)
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Black72 (1.7%)
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American Indian7 (0.2%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 5 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 8 |
| Students: | 4,298* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 463.4* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.3 |
Schools in Big Walnut Local
Found 8 Schools
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
295 Students
Elementary School K - 3rd
1,299 Students
High School 9th - 12th
663 Students
Elementary School 4th - 5th
973 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
296 Students
Elementary School K - 3rd
289 Students
Elementary School K - 3rd
352 Students
Elementary School K - 4th