Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walton Elementary/middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton Elementary/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Walton Elementary/middle School's student population of 234 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton Elementary/middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Elementary/middle School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#452 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Walton Elementary/middle School is ranked #452 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Walton Elementary/middle School often compared to?
Walton Elementary/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geary Elementary/middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Walton Elementary/middle School?
234 students attend Walton Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Walton Elementary/middle School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton Elementary/middle School?
Walton Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walton Elementary/middle School offer ?
Walton Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton Elementary/middle School part of?
Walton Elementary/middle School is part of Roane County Schools School District.
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