Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Glen Academy For Excel ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel's student population of 385 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Glen Academy For Excel is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#362 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
18%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Glen Academy For Excel's ranking?
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel is ranked #362 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walnut Glen Academy For Excel often compared to?
Walnut Glen Academy For Excelis often viewed alongside schools like Kimberlin Academy For Excel, Hillside Academy For Excel by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Glen Academy For Excel?
385 students attend Walnut Glen Academy For Excel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Walnut Glen Academy For Excel students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Glen Academy For Excel?
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Glen Academy For Excel offer ?
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Glen Academy For Excel part of?
Walnut Glen Academy For Excel is part of Garland Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2021
I went here from kindergarten to 5th grade. WGA is outstanding. Students get an amazing education while making friends that will last a lifetime.
5 8/2/2019
Our child has been at Walnut Glen for four years now. We are grateful for a school with great leadership, teachers who are experienced and who care, and programs that engage students'' diverse giftings/interests.
2 10/22/2010
This is the worst school experience ever. Communication is shunned. Arrogance is rampant. Dishonesty within the school is covered up. The list goes on.
2 5/18/2009
Cold institutional feel to this school. Robotic education at it's best. Academic programs seem more to suit the schools image and award acquisition than enrich students. Disappointing.
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