Serving 291 students in grades 8-12, Thomas Walker High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Walker High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ewing, VA, covering approximately 437.4 square miles. The area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 36.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Walker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas Walker High School's student population of 291 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Thomas Walker High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Walker High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
96%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
6%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Walker High School's ranking?
Thomas Walker High School is ranked #629 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thomas Walker High School often compared to?
Thomas Walker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Walker High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas Walker High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Thomas Walker High School?
291 students attend Thomas Walker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Thomas Walker High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Walker High School?
Thomas Walker High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Walker High School offer ?
Thomas Walker High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Thomas Walker High School part of?
Thomas Walker High School is part of Lee County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
My family has attended TW for multiple generations. Lots of small town pride and history in those halls. However, the administration is lacking in every way. The favoritism and small-mindedness of David Graham is slowly destroying the student's happiness and wellbeing.
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