Serving 1,012 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Grove Middle School serves the northeast part of Midlothian, TX, covering an area of approximately 47 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Grove Middle School's student population of 1,012 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,012 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Walnut Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Grove Middle School is 0.58, which is less 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
#1775 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Grove Middle School's ranking?
Walnut Grove Middle School is ranked #1775 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walnut Grove Middle School often compared to?
Walnut Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Seale Middle School, Life Middle Waxahachie by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove Middle School?
1,012 students attend Walnut Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Walnut Grove Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Grove Middle School?
Walnut Grove Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Grove Middle School offer ?
Walnut Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Grove Middle School part of?
Walnut Grove Middle School is part of Midlothian Independent School District.
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