Summary:
The city of Galena, Ohio is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Olentangy Local and Big Walnut Local school districts. The data reveals that Berkshire Middle School stands out as an exceptional performer, consistently ranking among the top 5% of middle schools in Ohio and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The two higher-performing elementary schools, Johnnycake Corners Elementary and Walnut Creek Elementary, also rank in the top 15% of Ohio elementary schools. These schools have strong test scores, low chronic absenteeism rates, and serve student populations with relatively low percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients. In contrast, Hylen Souders Elementary, part of the Big Walnut Local district, has lower performance metrics and a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The data suggests that the Olentangy Local district is delivering exceptional educational outcomes, with all three of its schools in Galena ranking in the top 15% statewide and demonstrating very strong test scores, low absenteeism, and low free/reduced lunch rates. This contrasts with the performance of Hylen Souders Elementary, which lags behind the Olentangy schools on most metrics, indicating potential differences in the quality of education and resources between the two districts.
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