Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walls Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Walls Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walls Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walls Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1046 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
12%
17%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walls Elementary School's ranking?
Walls Elementary School is ranked #1046 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Walls Elementary School often compared to?
Walls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davey Elementary School, Holden Elementary 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 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Walls Elementary School?
369 students attend Walls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Walls Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Walls Elementary School offer ?
Walls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walls Elementary School part of?
Walls Elementary School is part of Kent City School District.
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