Walnut Grove Elementary School

75 Taylor Rd
Suwanee, GA 30024
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 810 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 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 810 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Walnut Grove Elementary School's student population of 810 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#287 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
63%
39%
54%
40%
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
32%
19%
Black
25%
36%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
810 students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Walnut Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 13% 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   7/19/2016
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
- Posted by Student/Alumni - akhea

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 810 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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