Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walsh Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walsh Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walsh Elementary School 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 Walsh Elementary School is 0.42, which is less 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
#272 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
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
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walsh Elementary School's ranking?
Walsh Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walsh Elementary School?
532 students attend Walsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Walsh Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walsh Elementary School?
Walsh Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walsh Elementary School offer ?
Walsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walsh Elementary School part of?
Walsh Elementary School is part of Aledo Independent School District.
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