Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walton Elementary/middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton Elementary/Middle School serves the southwest part of Walton, WV, covering an area of approximately 139.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 10.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton Elementary/middle School's student population of 228 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Walton Elementary/middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Elementary/middle School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Walton Elementary/middle School is ranked #368 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Walton Elementary/middle School often compared to?
Walton Elementary/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geary Elementary/middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Walton Elementary/middle School?
228 students attend Walton Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Walton Elementary/middle School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton Elementary/middle School?
Walton Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walton Elementary/middle School offer ?
Walton Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walton Elementary/middle School part of?
Walton Elementary/middle School is part of Roane County Schools.
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