Serving 619 students in grades 5-6, Walker Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walker Upper Elementary School's student population of 619 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Upper Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
29%
22%
White
39%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Upper Elementary School is ranked #1524 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Walker Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Walker Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clark Elementary School, Greenbrier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Walker Upper Elementary School?
619 students attend Walker Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Walker Upper Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Upper Elementary School?
Walker Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker Upper Elementary School offer ?
Walker Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker Upper Elementary School part of?
Walker Upper Elementary School is part of Charlottesville Cty PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Walker Upper Elementary School located?
Walker Upper Elementary School is located in the Barracks Rugby neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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