Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Springs Elementary serves the southeastern part of New Braunfels, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Springs Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Walnut Springs Elementary 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 Springs Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2270 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
45%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Springs Elementary School is ranked #2270 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walnut Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Line Elementary School, Voss Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Springs Elementary School?
307 students attend Walnut Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Walnut Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Springs Elementary School?
Walnut Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Springs Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Springs Elementary School part of?
Walnut Springs Elementary School is part of New Braunfels Independent School District.
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