Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Elementary School serves the northeast part of New Ross, IN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 47.7 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Elementary School's student population of 166 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut 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 Walnut 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
#284 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Flyers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Walnut Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsboro Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Walnut Elementary School?
166 students attend Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Walnut Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Elementary School?
Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walnut Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Elementary School part of?
Walnut Elementary School is part of South Montgomery Com Sch Corp School District.
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