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3 in Attendance Zone
$265K - $560K Price Range
Big Walnut High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
713 N Miller Dr,
Sunbury, OH
Big Walnut Local School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
85%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
93%
Niche Grade
B+
A-
C+
C
C-
B-
A-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
85%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
60
Full Time Teachers
60
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
640
Verbal
660
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
53.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
387:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
88.9%
Hispanic
3.8%
Two or more races
3.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Black
1.9%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The Ohio State University
273 Students
Ohio University
186 Students
University of Cincinnati
147 Students
Miami University
121 Students
Otterbein University
108 Students
Bowling Green State University
103 Students
Columbus State Community College
72 Students
Kent State University
69 Students
University of Dayton
55 Students
Ohio Northern University
45 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
87 Students
Nursing
77 Students
Biology
62 Students
Psychology
59 Students
Marketing
32 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
29 Students
Criminology
26 Students
Engineering
24 Students
Education
23 Students
Mechanical Engineering
22 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/23/2025
Big Walnut gave me many opportunities for preparing for my future like, career centers, fairs, clubs, athletics, and simply academics allowing me to reach many academic achievements such as magna cum laude, honors diploma, and many seals required by Ohio law.
2/7/2025
My overall experience is pretty good. I have been here my whole life and I don't have anything to complain about. However, one thing I would like to see change is how they help with college and preparing students for College.
12/21/2023
Horrible bullying problem. Half of my friends have been bullied and reported to school and they did nothing. Very racist kids in the school who inflict it on other kids at BW or other schools. A lot of mean people who act nice but aren't. Education was okay. I think some teachers there deserve way better than what they get paid. Never had a negative experience with one. Sports is really good. I have only been on my team for a few years but have made incredible memories and became a better athlete and person.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/14/2019
Horrible. The administration is a disgrace and full of selfish individuals who only care about a paycheck.
7/2/2014
I love Big Walnut High School. We are a military family and have moved all over the place, but have found BWHS to be one of the best schools we've encountered. The teachers and the staff are top notch. Also, the way the school is run allows me peace of mind for my child's safety. I know she's receiv...
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$290K - $1.2M
Homes For Sale
123
Average Home Value
$469,360
Median Lot Size
10,890 Sq Ft
% Renters
27%
Average Household Income
$112,122
% of College Grads
41.9%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
2,127 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,245 - $1,985 per month
- Carlton at Berkshire
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 698+ Sq Ft
- 166 Carlton Manor Dr
- Sunbury, OH
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$1,390 - $2,050 per month
- District at Berkshire
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 800+ Sq Ft
- 7800 District Crossing Dr
- Sunbury, OH
Additional Schools in the Area
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Hoover Meadows
Char-Mar Ridge Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Mud Hen Marsh
McNamara Park
J.R. Smith Park
Ruffner Park
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Big Walnut High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sunbury, OH, in the Sunbury neighborhood, and is served by the Big Walnut Local School District in Ohio. The school has a total enrollment of 1,320 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 85% are proficient in reading. Big Walnut High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $469,360. Discover additional schools in the area, like Genoa Christian Academy, Big Walnut Middle School, Big Walnut Intermediate School, and more. Learn more about what Sunbury has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Big Walnut High School.