Best Schools in Walnut Grove, Mississippi
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Walnut Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Leake County High School
High · Leake Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Leake County Elementary School
Elementary · Leake Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$88,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$88,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +32.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Walnut Grove schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Walnut Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leake County High School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Leake County Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $46,320
- Median home value
- $88,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Walnut Grove compares
Median household income
$46k
89% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Walnut Grove, Mississippi
Walnut Grove, Mississippi is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Walnut Grove perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Walnut Grove is Leake County High School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Walnut Grove is served by 1 school district: LEAKE CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 2,463 students.
Walnut Grove's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,320. The poverty rate in the area is 18.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 342 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 274 students · 7th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Walnut Grove
Walnut Grove, Mississippi · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,320
Median Home Value
$88,900
Median Rent
$876/mo
Population
3,696
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
70%
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Community Profile
Walnut Grove has a median household income of $46,320. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $88,900, with a median rent of $876/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Walnut Grove, Mississippi
How many schools are in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
Walnut Grove has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Walnut Grove is 7.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Walnut Grove on MySchoolScout is Leake County High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Walnut Grove on MySchoolScout is Leake County Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Walnut Grove on MySchoolScout is Leake County High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
Walnut Grove is served by 1 school district: Leake Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Walnut Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
The median household income in Walnut Grove is approximately $46,320 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Walnut Grove is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Walnut Grove, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.