Serving 563 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- 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
School Overview
Walkerton Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
563 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Walkerton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkerton Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
4%
14%
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Black
2%
13%
![This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Walkerton Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Walkerton Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/black_students_ethnicity/29000/28640/walkerton-elementary-school-chart-hyPlPF.png)
White
93%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Indiana. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Indiana.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/29000/28640/walkerton-elementary-school-chart-3BsLwO.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Walkerton Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Walkerton Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/29000/28640/walkerton-elementary-school-chart-9j0jJo.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
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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 #322 out of 1,763 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, Rolling Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
563 students attend Walkerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Walkerton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walkerton Elementary School?
Walkerton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walkerton Elementary School offer ?
Walkerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
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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