Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-13, Walnut Attendance Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-13
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Attendance Center's student population of 479 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Walnut Attendance Center ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Attendance Center is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
80%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Attendance Center's ranking?
Walnut Attendance Center is ranked #343 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Walnut Attendance Center often compared to?
Walnut Attendance Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Chalybeate Elementary School, Falkner Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walnut Attendance Center?
The graduation rate of Walnut Attendance Center is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Walnut Attendance Center?
479 students attend Walnut Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Walnut Attendance Center students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Attendance Center?
Walnut Attendance Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Attendance Center offer ?
Walnut Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Attendance Center part of?
Walnut Attendance Center is part of North Tippah School District.
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