Northridge Elementary vs Walnut Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge Elementary
Johnstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
546 students
Walnut Creek Elementary
Galena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
546 students
| Measure | Northridge Elementary Johnstown, Ohio | Walnut Creek Elementary Galena, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #621 of 1,713 | #45 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #9001 of 50,301 | #1415 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 546 | 546 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 546 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 94% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 93% |
| city | Johnstown | Galena |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.7 vs 73.4).
- •Walnut Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (93% vs 67%).
- •Walnut Creek Elementary does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 72%).
- •Walnut Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 34.1%).
- •Northridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.6).
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 Northridge Elementary better than Walnut Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Creek Elementary ranks higher (87.7 vs 73.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Northridge Elementary and Walnut Creek Elementary?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Johnstown and Galena in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge Elementary: 546. Walnut Creek Elementary: 546. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge Elementary and Walnut Creek Elementary rank in Ohio?
Northridge Elementary is 621st of 1,713 and Walnut Creek Elementary is 45th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).