Serving 549 students in grades 9-12, Walton-verona High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton-verona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walton-verona High School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton-verona High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton-verona High School is 0.17, 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
#69 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton-verona High School's ranking?
Walton-verona High School is ranked #69 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Walton-verona High School often compared to?
Walton-verona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larry A. Ryle High School, Randall K. Cooper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walton-verona High School?
The graduation rate of Walton-verona High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Walton-verona High School?
549 students attend Walton-verona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Walton-verona High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton-verona High School?
Walton-verona High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walton-verona High School offer ?
Walton-verona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton-verona High School part of?
Walton-verona High School is part of Walton-Verona Independent School District.
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