Serving 664 students in grades 9-12, Walkertown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkertown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walkertown High School's student population of 664 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Walkertown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkertown High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1004 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
46%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkertown High School's ranking?
Walkertown High School is ranked #1004 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walkertown High School?
The graduation rate of Walkertown High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Walkertown High School?
664 students attend Walkertown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Walkertown High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walkertown High School?
Walkertown High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walkertown High School offer ?
Walkertown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walkertown High School part of?
Walkertown High School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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