Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Grove Elementary School serves the southwest part of Covington, GA, covering an area of approximately 40.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Grove Elementary School's student population of 721 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
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School Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Grove Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#671 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
11%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Grove Elementary School is ranked #671 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Walnut Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mansfield Elementary School, Newton County Theme School At Ficquett, Middle Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School?
721 students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Walnut Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Grove Elementary School?
Walnut Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Grove Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Grove Elementary School part of?
Walnut Grove Elementary School is part of Walton County School District.
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