Serving 289 students in grades 8-12, Thomas Walker High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Walker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas Walker High School's student population of 289 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Walker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Walker High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
2%
22%
White
95%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Walker High School's ranking?
Thomas Walker High School is ranked #960 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thomas Walker High School often compared to?
Thomas Walker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Walker High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas Walker High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Thomas Walker High School?
289 students attend Thomas Walker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thomas Walker High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Walker High School?
Thomas Walker High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Walker High School offer ?
Thomas Walker High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Walker High School part of?
Thomas Walker High School is part of Lee Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
1 2/8/2021
My family has attended TW for multiple generations. Lots of small town pride and history in those halls. However, the administration is lacking in every way. The favoritism and small-mindedness of David Graham is slowly destroying the student's happiness and wellbeing.
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