Serving 548 students in grades 9-12, Walton-verona High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton-Verona High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Walton, KY, covering approximately 24.3 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.7 miles, with the furthest edge located 6.5 miles away, making for a typical drive of 10-12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton-verona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walton-verona High School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walton-verona High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton-verona High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton-verona High School's ranking?
Walton-verona High School is ranked #292 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Walton-verona High School often compared to?
Walton-verona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larry A. Ryle High School, Randall K. Cooper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walton-verona High School?
The graduation rate of Walton-verona High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Walton-verona High School?
548 students attend Walton-verona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Walton-verona High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton-verona High School?
Walton-verona High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walton-verona High School offer ?
Walton-verona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Walton-verona High School part of?
Walton-verona High School is part of Walton-Verona Independent School District.
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