Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Hill Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Hill Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Hill Elementary School is ranked #600 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Walnut Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones Park Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Walnut Hill Elementary School?
394 students attend Walnut Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Walnut Hill Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Hill Elementary School?
Walnut Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walnut Hill Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Hill Elementary School part of?
Walnut Hill Elementary School is part of Casey County School District.
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