Walton-Verona High School is a public high school that belongs to Miles Hollon and the BHS Bobcats. It is located at 16 School Road in Walton, Kentucky. The school's mascot is Bearcats, and it is in the Walton-Verona Independent Schools district.
Serving 557 students in grades 9-12, Walton-verona High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walton-verona High School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Walton-verona High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton-verona High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#69 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton-verona High School's ranking?
Walton-verona High School is ranked #69 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
55-59% 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 90%.
How many students attend Walton-verona High School?
557 students attend Walton-verona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Walton-verona High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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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