Walsh Elementary School serves 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Walsh Elementary School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walsh Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Walsh Elementary School?
346 students attend Walsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Walsh Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walsh Elementary School?
Walsh Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walsh Elementary School offer ?
Walsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Walsh Elementary School part of?
Walsh Elementary School is part of Will County SD 92 School District.
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