Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Glen For Excel ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Glen For Excel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Walnut Glen For Excel's student population of 389 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Glen For Excel ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Glen For Excel is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#531 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Glen For Excel's ranking?
Walnut Glen For Excel is ranked #531 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walnut Glen For Excel often compared to?
Walnut Glen For Excelis often viewed alongside schools like Kimberlin For Excel, Hillside For Excel by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Glen For Excel?
389 students attend Walnut Glen For Excel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Walnut Glen For Excel students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Glen For Excel?
Walnut Glen For Excel has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Glen For Excel offer ?
Walnut Glen For Excel offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Glen For Excel part of?
Walnut Glen For Excel is part of Garland ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2021
I went here from kindergarten to 5th grade. WGA is outstanding. Students get an amazing education while making friends that will last a lifetime.
5 8/2/2019
Our child has been at Walnut Glen for four years now. We are grateful for a school with great leadership, teachers who are experienced and who care, and programs that engage students'' diverse giftings/interests.
2 10/22/2010
This is the worst school experience ever. Communication is shunned. Arrogance is rampant. Dishonesty within the school is covered up. The list goes on.
2 5/18/2009
Cold institutional feel to this school. Robotic education at it's best. Academic programs seem more to suit the schools image and award acquisition than enrich students. Disappointing.
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