Needs Improvement
#1792 of 1,851 schools in VA
Walker-grant Early Childhood Center
School · Fredericksburg City Public Schools
210 Ferdinand Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 24 schools in Fredericksburg. Learn more
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,792 of 1,851
In Fredericksburg
#23 of 26
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
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Walker-grant Early Childhood Center
School in Fredericksburg · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walker-grant Early Childhood Center
Walker-grant Early Childhood Center is a public school in Fredericksburg, VA, part of Fredericksburg City Public Schools. Walker-grant Early Childhood Center serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker-grant Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,792 of 1,851 schools in VA.
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Walker-grant Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Walker-grant Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Walker-grant Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
210 Ferdinand Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walker-grant Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE GLADYS H OBERLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL -STAFF EAST/WEST (rated 7.6/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE ACADEMY OF FREDERICKSBURG (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fredericksburg, see our Fredericksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,432
Median Home Value
$461,600
Median Rent
$1,518/mo
Population
28,201
College Educated
46.8%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
31.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walker-grant Early Childhood Center
What grades does Walker-grant Early Childhood Center serve?
Walker-grant Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Walker-grant Early Childhood Center?
Walker-grant Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker-grant Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Walker-grant Early Childhood Center is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walker-grant Early Childhood Center rank in VA?
Walker-grant Early Childhood Center ranks #1,792 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Walker-grant Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Walker-grant Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walker-grant Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Walker-grant Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walker-grant Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Walker-grant Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walker-grant Early Childhood Center?
87.0% of students at Walker-grant Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Fredericksburg city
- Phone
- (540) 372-1065
Resources & Links
District
Fredericksburg City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,575
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,150
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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