For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,023 students in Walton, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walton, KY are Walton-verona Middle School and Steeplechase Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walton, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Walton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Walton, KY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walton-verona Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
32 School Rd
Walton, KY 41094
(859) 485-4181
Walton, KY 41094
(859) 485-4181
Gr: 6-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Steeplechase Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
472 Chambers Road
Walton, KY 41094
(859) 485-3500
Walton, KY 41094
(859) 485-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Walton, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walton, KY include Walton-verona Middle School and Steeplechase Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Walton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Walton.
What is the racial composition of students in Walton?
Walton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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