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Walker Upper Elementary School

1564 Dairy Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 604 students in grades 5-6, Walker Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 604 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 50% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Walker Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Walker Upper Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Walker Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Upper Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1529 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50%
68%
(20-21)
53%
69%
(20-21)
34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walker Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Upper Elementary School is ranked #1529 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Walker Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Walker Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Elementary School, Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Walker Upper Elementary School?
604 students attend Walker Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Walker Upper Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Upper Elementary School?
Walker Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker Upper Elementary School offer ?
Walker Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walker Upper Elementary School part of?
Walker Upper Elementary School is part of Charlottesville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Walker Upper Elementary School located?
Walker Upper Elementary School is located in the Barracks Rugby neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 604 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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