Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Walker School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walker School's student population of 332 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker School is 0.43, which is less 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
#22 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker School's ranking?
Walker School is ranked #22 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walker School often compared to?
Walker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Walker School?
332 students attend Walker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Walker School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker School?
Walker School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker School offer ?
Walker School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Walker School part of?
Walker School is part of Hinsdale CCSD 181 School District.
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