Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walnut Grove School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Grove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Grove School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Grove School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Grove School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
4%
32%
White
84%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Grove School's ranking?
Walnut Grove School is ranked #314 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Walnut Grove School often compared to?
Walnut Grove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove School?
266 students attend Walnut Grove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Walnut Grove School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Grove School?
Walnut Grove School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Walnut Grove School offer ?
Walnut Grove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Walnut Grove School part of?
Walnut Grove School is part of Madison County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2017
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