Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walker Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Elementary School serves the west part of Evanston, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walker Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#389 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Elementary School is ranked #389 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walker Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Walker Elementary School?
364 students attend Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Walker Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Elementary School?
Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walker Elementary School offer ?
Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walker Elementary School part of?
Walker Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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