McVay Elementary School vs Walnut Springs Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 871 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McVay Elementary School
Westerville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
591 students
Walnut Springs Middle School
Westerville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
| Measure | McVay Elementary School Westerville, Ohio | Walnut Springs Middle School Westerville, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #796 of 1,713 | #348 of 646 |
| National rank | #12020 of 50,301 | #3421 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 591 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.2% | 40.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 61% |
| city | Westerville | Westerville |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.0 vs 69.7).
- •McVay Elementary School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 61%).
- •McVay Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •McVay Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 40.1%).
- •Walnut Springs Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 22.7).
- •Walnut Springs Middle School is the larger school with 613 students compared with 591.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is McVay Elementary School better than Walnut Springs Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are McVay Elementary School and Walnut Springs Middle School?
About 871 m in a straight line, between Westerville and Westerville in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McVay Elementary School: 591. Walnut Springs Middle School: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McVay Elementary School and Walnut Springs Middle School rank in Ohio?
McVay Elementary School is 796th of 1,713 and Walnut Springs Middle School is 348th of 646 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).