Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Walnut Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#505 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Walnut Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yates Center Elementary School, Council Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Walnut Elementary School?
285 students attend Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Walnut Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Elementary School?
Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
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 Emporia School District.
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