Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walkerton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walkerton Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walkerton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkerton Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
93%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkerton Elementary School's ranking?
Walkerton Elementary School is ranked #476 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Walkerton Elementary School often compared to?
Walkerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolling Prairie Elementary School, North Liberty School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Walkerton Elementary School?
563 students attend Walkerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Walkerton Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 Walkerton Elementary School?
Walkerton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walkerton Elementary School offer ?
Walkerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Walkerton Elementary School part of?
Walkerton Elementary School is part of John Glenn School Corporation School District.
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