Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walton Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton Avenue School serves a small attendance area of approximately 0.1 square miles in the Bronx, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton Avenue School's student population of 304 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings
Walton Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Avenue School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3331 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
78%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Avenue School's ranking?
Walton Avenue School is ranked #3331 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Walton Avenue School?
304 students attend Walton Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Walton Avenue School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton Avenue School?
Walton Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walton Avenue School offer ?
Walton Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walton Avenue School part of?
Walton Avenue School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Walton Avenue School located?
Walton Avenue School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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