Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Grove Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Dragons Grow Strong!
School Rankings
Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Grove Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#32 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
54%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Grove Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walnut Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack D Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School?
590 students attend Walnut Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Walnut Grove Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Grove Elementary School?
Walnut Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Grove Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Walnut Grove Elementary School part of?
Walnut Grove Elementary School is part of Carroll Independent School District.
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