Serving 368 students in grades 3-5, D F Walker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
D F Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
D F Walker Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Excellence through Transforming Experiences
School Rankings
D F Walker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of D F Walker Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1450 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
45%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Edenton-Chowan Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is D F Walker Elementary School's ranking?
D F Walker Elementary School is ranked #1450 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are D F Walker Elementary School often compared to?
D F Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Bertie Elementary School, Colerain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend D F Walker Elementary School?
368 students attend D F Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of D F Walker Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of D F Walker Elementary School?
D F Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does D F Walker Elementary School offer ?
D F Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is D F Walker Elementary School part of?
D F Walker Elementary School is part of Edenton-Chowan Schools.
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