Summary:
The Walton Central School District in New York consists of 3 schools: 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 alternative high school. While the district faces some challenges, a few standout schools emerge from the data.
Walton High School, an alternative high school, stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 84.3% and a lower dropout rate of 4.5% compared to state averages. The school also performs well on Regents exams, exceeding state averages in several subject areas. In contrast, Walton Middle School has a low statewide ranking, but demonstrates some bright spots, such as a higher-than-average 8th grade math proficiency rate and 100% proficiency on certain Regents exams.
The schools in the Walton Central School District have varying per-student spending, with Walton High School spending the most at $31,139 per student. However, this higher spending does not directly correlate with student outcomes, as Walton High School outperforms the lower-spending Walton Middle School on many metrics. Additionally, the district faces equity concerns, with high free/reduced lunch rates across all schools, indicating a need to address socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting student learning and achievement.
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