Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Walker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walker Elementary School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1304 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
8%
17%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Elementary School is ranked #1304 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Walker Elementary School?
637 students attend Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Walker Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Elementary School?
Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walker Elementary School offer ?
Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Walker Elementary School part of?
Walker Elementary School is part of Canton Local School District.
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