Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walkerton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walkerton Elementary School serves the southwest part of Walkerton, IN, covering an area of approximately 57.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkerton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walkerton Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walkerton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkerton Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#238 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkerton Elementary School's ranking?
Walkerton Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Walkerton Elementary School often compared to?
Walkerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Liberty School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Walkerton Elementary School?
589 students attend Walkerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Walkerton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walkerton Elementary School?
Walkerton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walkerton Elementary School offer ?
Walkerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walkerton Elementary School part of?
Walkerton Elementary School is part of John Glenn School Corporation School District.
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