Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Grove Elementary School's student population of 766 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Grove Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
30%
18%
Black
21%
36%
White
28%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Grove Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Walnut Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Elementary School, Burnette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School?
766 students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Walnut Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Grove Elementary School?
Walnut Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Grove Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Grove Elementary School part of?
Walnut Grove Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2016
walnut grove is a very good school from kids grades K-5 im just a kid going to 4th grade my last teachers have teached me never ever give up try your best the names of my preiveas teacher were mrs.white,mrs jenkins,mrs.healey,mrs redmon. my name is adnan faizullabhoy
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