Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Walker Elementary School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
3%
19%
White
39%
59%
Hawaiian
11%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Walker Elementary School often compared to?
Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernice Young Elementary School, Willis Shaw Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Walker Elementary School?
597 students attend Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Walker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Elementary School?
Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walker Elementary School offer ?
Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walker Elementary School part of?
Walker Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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