Walton-verona Independent School District
School District · Walton, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,143
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,143
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Evaluating Walton-verona Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Walton-verona Independent as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
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Walton-verona Middle School
Walton · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Walton-verona High School
Walton · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Walton-verona Elementary School
Verona · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#44 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,143
$843 vs Kentucky median
District size
1,881 students
Smaller than Kentucky median
The short answer
Walton-verona Independent ranks #44 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Walton-verona Independent's schools with real test data average 7.5/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Walton-verona Middle School (8.7/10), Walton-verona High School (7.0/10), and Walton-verona Elementary School (6.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Walton-verona Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walton-verona Middle School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Walton-verona High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Walton-verona Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Walton-verona Independent
Walton-verona Independent is a Walton, Kentucky school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,881 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. The district invests $13,143 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.8/10, Walton-verona Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Walton-verona Middle School, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, Walton-verona Independent students show an average math proficiency of 54.5% and ELA proficiency of 64.1%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Walton-verona Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Walton-verona Independent with test data.
Schools in Walton-verona Independent
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Walton
- Total Enrollment
- 1,881
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Walton-verona Independent?
Walton-verona Independent has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Walton-verona Independent?
The average composite rating for Walton-verona Independent is 6.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Walton-verona Independent?
Walton-verona Independent spends $13,143 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Walton-verona Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Walton-verona Independent is 15.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Walton-verona Independent?
Walton-verona Middle School is the highest-rated school in Walton-verona Independent with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in Walton-verona Independent?
Across schools in Walton-verona Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 54.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 64.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Walton-verona Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Walton-verona Independent has an average school rating of 6.8/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 54.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 64.1%
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Compare Walton-verona Independent with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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