Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walker Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Walker Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#601 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
23%
17%
White
36%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walker Elementary School often compared to?
Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Ml King Jr Literary & Fine Arts School, Dr Bessie Rhodes Sch Global Studies, Lincolnwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Walker Elementary School?
395 students attend Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Walker Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Elementary School?
Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker Elementary School offer ?
Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walker Elementary School part of?
Walker Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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