Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine 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 Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton School serves the southeast part of Auburn, ME, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically live 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton School's student population of 156 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton School is 0.38, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
13%
5%
White
78%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton School's ranking?
Walton School is ranked #431 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Walton School often compared to?
Walton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washburn School, East Auburn Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Walton School?
156 students attend Walton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Walton School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton School?
Walton School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walton School offer ?
Walton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton School part of?
Walton School is part of Auburn School District.
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