Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Walton School's student population of 152 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton School is 0.37, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
8%
5%
White
79%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton School's ranking?
Walton School is ranked #431 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Walton School?
152 students attend Walton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Walton School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton School?
Walton School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walton School offer ?
Walton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton School part of?
Walton School is part of Auburn School District.
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