Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walkerton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkerton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Walkerton Elementary School's student population of 592 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walkerton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkerton Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkerton Elementary School's ranking?
Walkerton Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Walkerton Elementary School often compared to?
Walkerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Liberty School, Rolling Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Walkerton Elementary School?
592 students attend Walkerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Walkerton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walkerton Elementary School?
Walkerton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walkerton Elementary School offer ?
Walkerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Walkerton Elementary School part of?
Walkerton Elementary School is part of John Glenn School Corporation School District.
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