Walnut Middle School

1600 N Custer Ave
Grand Island, NE 68803
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 853 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 853 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50% in NE
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Walnut Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

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School Overview

Walnut Middle School's student population of 853 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
853 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Walnut Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#770 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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33%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Walnut Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
26%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Walnut Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
44%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
67%
21%
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Black
4%
7%
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White
25%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Nebraska.
0.49
This chart displays the diversity score of Walnut Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Walnut Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walnut Middle School's ranking?
Walnut Middle School is ranked #770 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Walnut Middle School?
853 students attend Walnut Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Walnut Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Middle School?
Walnut Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walnut Middle School offer ?
Walnut Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Middle School part of?
Walnut Middle School is part of Grand Island School District.

School Reviews

5   9/1/2021
This school is a good school, I learn new things everyday, and the teachers are very nice.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - J
5   12/11/2012
This school is the best because I am at it right now and It is a very safe environment!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kiana

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 853 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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