Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Walton Middle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Walton, NY, covering approximately 169.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton Middle School's student population of 186 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Walton Middle 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 Middle School is 0.08, 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
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2011–2023. 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 is Walton Middle School's ranking?
Walton Middle School is ranked #3388 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Walton Middle School?
186 students attend Walton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Walton Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton Middle School?
Walton Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walton Middle School offer ?
Walton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walton Middle School part of?
Walton Middle School is part of Walton Central School District.
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