Serving 819 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Grove Elementary School serves the northern part of Suwanee, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Grove Elementary School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
819 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.77, which is more 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
#287 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #287 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Walnut Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School?
819 students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Walnut Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Grove Elementary School?
Walnut Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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 Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
walnut grove is a very good school from kids grades K-5 im just a kid going to 4th grade my last teachers have teached me never ever give up try your best the names of my preiveas teacher were mrs.white,mrs jenkins,mrs.healey,mrs redmon. my name is adnan faizullabhoy
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