Serving 1,450 students in grades 9-12, Walker Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,450 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Valley High School serves the northern part of Cleveland, TN, covering an area of approximately 148.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walker Valley High School's student population of 1,450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,450 students
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Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
96 teachers
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Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Walker Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Valley High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#525 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
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Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
8%
16%
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Black
3%
20%
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White
84%
57%
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Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
94%
87.3%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Valley High School's ranking?
Walker Valley High School is ranked #525 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Walker Valley High School often compared to?
Walker Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley Central High School, Cleveland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walker Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Walker Valley High School is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Walker Valley High School?
1,450 students attend Walker Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Walker Valley High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Walker Valley High School offer ?
Walker Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walker Valley High School part of?
Walker Valley High School is part of Bradley County School District.
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