Walnut Grove Elementary School

Summary:

Walnut Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Covington, Georgia, serving 727 students in grades PK-5 and part of the Walton County School District, which is ranked 40th out of 203 districts in the state.

Walnut Grove Elementary has shown mixed academic performance compared to the county and state averages. While the school's 5th-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate was higher than the averages, its proficiency rates in other subjects and grade levels were generally lower. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 321st out of 1,234 Georgia elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 538th out of 1,244 in 2021-2022, and it has consistently maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating average performance. The school serves a relatively high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 38.59% to 42.09% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch in recent years.

When compared to nearby schools, Loganville Elementary School and Youth Elementary School consistently outperform Walnut Grove in both English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. Additionally, Newton County Theme School at Ficquett, located in a neighboring district, also outperforms Walnut Grove across multiple subject areas and grade levels. Despite the school's average academic performance, its spending per student and student-teacher ratio are in line with or slightly higher than the nearby schools, suggesting that additional resources may not be the primary factor influencing the school's outcomes.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 460 Highway 81 S
       Covington, GA  30014


(770) 784-0023

District: Walton County

SchoolDigger Rank:
401st of 1,248 Georgia Elementary Schools


Students who attend Walnut Grove Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Youth Middle School
High:    Walnut Grove High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.9 Help
Number of students:  727

Racial breakdown:

White:
76.5%
Hispanic:
10.0%
African American:
8.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  42.1% Help


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Compare Details Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks better than 67.9% of elementary schools in Georgia. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 64.83. (See more...)
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Schooldigger Rankings:

Walnut Grove Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Walton County:

SchoolDigger ranks Walton County 40th of 203 Georgia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Walnut Grove Elementary School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools GA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 79.64 160th 1101 85.5%
2007 82.57 135th 1125 88.0%
2008 69.80 333rd 1134 70.6%
2009 67.00 388th 1133 65.8%
2010 58.39 558th 1183 52.8%
2011 71.22 372nd 1212 69.3%
2012 73.02 322nd 1201 73.2%
2013 81.41 165th 1225 86.5%
2014 66.86 458th 1231 62.8%
2015 68.95 324th 1240 73.9%
2016 64.41 385th 1233 68.8%
2017 53.59 502nd 1205 58.3%
2018 55.91 478th 1209 60.5%
2019 70.95 321st 1234 74.0%
2021 60.69 436th 1214 64.1%
2022 52.41 538th 1244 56.8%
2023 63.22 416th 1242 66.5%
2024 64.83 401st 1248 67.9%
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Data source: test scores: Georgia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Georgia Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, December 8, 2017

Open Quote Great school. Admin will help solve a problem if you go and speak with them. Yes, there are a lot of fundraisers, but no one is forced to participate. Love that many other parents are able to give their time to volunteer. My son is happy and learning, that is what matters most to me. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, October 3, 2014

Open Quote Administration ruins this school; some teachers are great, and others not so. We moved here for this school and have been sadly disappointed. If you are one of the "good ol boys"...meaning...native to Walnut Grove, Loganville, Covington...then you are treated like gold. If you are an outsider...you ALWAYS will be! Fake people is the name on this place. Smile and nice to your face with southern charm all the while saying horrible things about people as soon as they turn the other way. The bullying is out of control and it's lead by the ADMINISTRATORS to the PTO and trickles down to the students. Not good role models for children; especially in this day and age. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, September 23, 2013

Open Quote The best thing about this school is that the student's actually learn from a teacher. This is our 4th school and we found where we would like to stay. The other schools in Covington are too high tech and kids are learning from iPads and computers instead. My son was making C's and D's before we came to walnut grove where he has been A B honor roll ever since attending! The teachers themselves are a tiny "snooty" but at least my child is learning! Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, January 27, 2013

Open Quote Candy is given as a reward on a daily basis, soda is also given, though less frequently. Every school function is treated as a fundraiser, for example: The students own "Fall Festival" (the only Halloween party they got to have)cost $8 per child and $5 for each additional child. The "Father/Daughter" dance is coming up and costs $15 plus $7 for each additional daughter. Pretty ridiculous when you consider 50% of the students recieve free or reduced lunches, how can most families afford that?. Outside time is rare and on most days the kids have "Inside Recess" which is basically sitting in the classroom. This school definitely does not teach the students to have a healthy lifestyle. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Walnut Grove Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1995 641 6 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 651
1996 641 6 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 651
1997 658 6 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 668
1998 705 8 5 4 0 n/a n/a 0 722
1999 714 7 3 10 2 n/a n/a 0 736
2000 743 12 1 11 2 n/a n/a 0 769
2001 749 10 7 12 3 n/a n/a 0 781
2002 449 15 7 5 2 n/a n/a 0 478
2003 449 15 7 5 2 n/a n/a 0 478
2004 456 14 10 6 3 n/a n/a 0 489
2005 469 13 6 5 4 n/a n/a 11 508
2006 477 15 6 7 3 n/a n/a 17 525
2007 466 21 3 7 4 n/a n/a 12 513
2008 510 17 5 5 2 n/a n/a 18 557
2009 494 17 3 7 1 n/a n/a 21 543
2010 490 29 5 12 1 1 3 0 541
2011 473 29 2 12 1 1 10 0 528
2012 477 26 2 17 1 1 11 0 535
2013 472 24 1 20 1 1 12 0 531
2014 497 23 2 25 1 1 13 0 562
2015 534 22 2 36 1 0 10 0 605
2016 567 22 2 34 1 0 19 0 645
2017 583 21 2 43 1 0 17 0 667
2018 598 24 5 49 0 0 21 0 697
2019 584 17 4 55 0 0 21 0 681
2020 570 25 5 54 0 0 25 0 679
2021 553 24 4 56 0 0 29 0 666
2022 549 42 9 60 0 0 32 0 692
2023 556 65 1 73 0 1 31 0 727

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Walnut Grove Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 651 39.5 16.5 23.2
1996 651 39.5 16.5 23.2
1997 668 45.5 14.7 29.2
1998 722 50.4 14.3 37
1999 736 52.0 14.2 27.7
2000 769 43.0 17.9 27.6
2001 781 41.8 18.7 25.1
2002 478 31.0 15.4 32.8
2003 478 31.0 15.4 32.8
2004 489 31.4 15.6 37.6
2005 508 37.0 13.7 43.9
2006 525 38.3 13.7 45.1
2007 513 39.5 13.0 36.1
2008 557 40.0 13.9 40.3
2009 543 38.9 14.0 44.3
2010 541 37.5 14.4 48.2
2011 528 35.5 14.8 50.6
2012 535 34.3 15.5 53.8
2013 531 35.3 15.0 50.3
2014 562 34.8 16.1 50.7
2015 605 38.0 15.9 47.8
2016 645 39.0 16.5 48.8
2017 667 44.3 15.0 43.5
2018 697 43.5 16.0 45.8
2019 681 44.6 15.2 39.2
2020 679 43.4 15.6 42.4
2021 666 41.5 16.0 38.6
2022 692 43.0 16.0 n/a
2023 727 45.7 15.9 42.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Walnut Grove Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 651 39.5 16.5 23.2
1996 651 39.5 16.5 23.2
1997 668 45.5 14.7 29.2
1998 722 50.4 14.3 37
1999 736 52.0 14.2 27.7
2000 769 43.0 17.9 27.6
2001 781 41.8 18.7 25.1
2002 478 31.0 15.4 32.8
2003 478 31.0 15.4 32.8
2004 489 31.4 15.6 37.6
2005 508 37.0 13.7 43.9
2006 525 38.3 13.7 45.1
2007 513 39.5 13.0 36.1
2008 557 40.0 13.9 40.3
2009 543 38.9 14.0 44.3
2010 541 37.5 14.4 48.2
2011 528 35.5 14.8 50.6
2012 535 34.3 15.5 53.8
2013 531 35.3 15.0 50.3
2014 562 34.8 16.1 50.7
2015 605 38.0 15.9 47.8
2016 645 39.0 16.5 48.8
2017 667 44.3 15.0 43.5
2018 697 43.5 16.0 45.8
2019 681 44.6 15.2 39.2
2020 679 43.4 15.6 42.4
2021 666 41.5 16.0 38.6
2022 692 43.0 16.0 n/a
2023 727 45.7 15.9 42.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Walnut Grove Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2017 $743 (7.3%) $9,425 (92.7%) $10,168
2018 $887 (8.9%) $9,080 (91.1%) $9,967
2019 $891 (8.5%) $9,606 (91.5%) $10,497

Data source: Georgia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Walnut Grove Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 321st of 1234 Elementary schoolsRanks 416th of 1242 Elementary schools
 7.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Walnut Grove Elementary School)57.742.3
 15.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Walton County)49.443.7
 5.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Georgia)4238.6
 3.4%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Walnut Grove Elementary School)61.558.7
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Walton County)58.350.9
 7.4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Georgia)5245.6
 6.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Walnut Grove Elementary School)44.546.2
 1.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Walton County)50.743.9
 6.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Georgia)4236.1
 5.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Walnut Grove Elementary School)45.456.4
 11%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Walton County)61.157.8
 3.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Georgia)4945.7
 3.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Walnut Grove Elementary School)54.136
 18.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Walton County)50.646.7
 3.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Georgia)4541.6
 3.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Walnut Grove Elementary School)59.237.8
 21.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Walton County)4844.9
 3.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Georgia)4137.4
 3.6%
5th Grade Science (Walnut Grove Elementary School)59.237.8
 21.4%
   5th Grade Science (Walton County)43.747.7
 4%
   5th Grade Science (Georgia)4340
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students681727
 6.8%
African American1765
 282.4%
American Indian00
Asian41
 75%
Hispanic5573
 32.7%
Pacific Islander01
White584556
 4.8%
Two or More Races2131
 47.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients39.2%42.1%
 2.9%


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Walnut Grove Elementary School ranks 401st of 1248 Georgia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Walnut Grove Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Youth Middle School
High : Walnut Grove High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 727 students attended Walnut Grove Elementary School.

Students at Walnut Grove Elementary School are 76% White, 10% Hispanic, 9% African American, 4% Two or more races.


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