Serving 271 students in grades 2-12, Walton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Walton, NY, encompassing approximately 169.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 13 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton High School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walton High School is 0.10, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
62%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Walton High School often compared to?
Walton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Academy High School, Sidney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walton High School?
The graduation rate of Walton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Walton High School?
271 students attend Walton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Walton High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton High School?
Walton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walton High School offer ?
Walton High School offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walton High School part of?
Walton High School is part of Walton Central School District.
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