Serving 695 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walker Elementary School's student population of 695 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#457 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
17%
41%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Walker Elementary School often compared to?
Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Elementary School, Levi Milton Elementary School, Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Walker Elementary School?
695 students attend Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Walker Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Elementary School?
Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker Elementary School offer ?
Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker Elementary School part of?
Walker Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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