Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Hills Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Hills Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 1233 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Hills Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Walnut Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eason Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Hills Elementary School?
590 students attend Walnut Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Walnut Hills Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Hills Elementary School?
Walnut Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Hills Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walnut Hills Elementary School part of?
Walnut Hills Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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