Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Walnut Springs School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Springs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Springs School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Springs School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Springs School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5075 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Springs School's ranking?
Walnut Springs School is ranked #5075 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walnut Springs School?
The graduation rate of Walnut Springs School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Walnut Springs School?
178 students attend Walnut Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Walnut Springs School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Springs School?
Walnut Springs School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Springs School offer ?
Walnut Springs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Walnut Springs School part of?
Walnut Springs School is part of Walnut Springs ISD School District.
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