Serving 526 students in grades 5-8, Walton-verona Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton-verona Middle School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton-verona Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton-verona Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#371 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
93%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton-verona Middle School's ranking?
Walton-verona Middle School is ranked #371 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Walton-verona Middle School?
526 students attend Walton-verona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Walton-verona Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton-verona Middle School?
Walton-verona Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walton-verona Middle School offer ?
Walton-verona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton-verona Middle School part of?
Walton-verona Middle School is part of Walton-Verona Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 1/25/2011
they have a great academic program, and the ratio gives each child the attention they need and deserve. they have great athletic dept, and the parents are very much involved.
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