Serving 662 students in grades 9-12, Walkertown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walkertown High serves the northeast part of Walkertown, NC, covering an area of approximately 62.1 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walkertown High School's student population of 662 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walkertown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkertown High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1004 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkertown High School's ranking?
Walkertown High School is ranked #1004 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walkertown High School?
The graduation rate of Walkertown High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Walkertown High School?
662 students attend Walkertown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Walkertown High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walkertown High School?
Walkertown High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walkertown High School offer ?
Walkertown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walkertown High School part of?
Walkertown High School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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