Walnut Square serves 164 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Square ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Walnut Square's student population of 164 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walnut Square is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
35%
25%
Black
8%
10%
White
54%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Walnut Square often compared to?
Walnut Squareis often viewed alongside schools like Pentucket Lake Elementary School, Comprehensive Grammar School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Walnut Square?
164 students attend Walnut Square.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Walnut Square students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Square?
Walnut Square has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walnut Square offer ?
Walnut Square offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walnut Square part of?
Walnut Square is part of Haverhill School District.
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