Walton-Verona High School

Walton-Verona High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
30 School Rd,  Walton, KY
Walton Verona Independent Schools
4.1
4.0
569 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Joanne Collins Nesmith
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.7
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.7
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
510
Verbal
520
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
26
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
40%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
190:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.9%
Female
48.1%
White
90.9%
Hispanic
3.5%
Two or more races
2.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Black
1.3%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Kentucky 166 Students
Northern Kentucky University 155 Students
Eastern Kentucky University 83 Students
University of Louisville 78 Students
University of Cincinnati 67 Students
Western Kentucky University 58 Students
Morehead State University 53 Students
Thomas More University 47 Students
Georgetown College 35 Students
Murray State University 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 37 Students
Psychology 29 Students
Nursing 29 Students
Biology 23 Students
Elementary Education 20 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Marketing 14 Students
Education 12 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 11 Students
Criminology 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 133 Reviews
4.0 Junior
5/19/2025
A few things could be improved. Better and nicer students are the most important thing that needs to be improved. While some pupils are pushed upward, others are pushed downward.
3.0 Alum
8/17/2023
It was a super small school which was amazing however it did not feel like some of the teachers cared about our education. I did not learn the needed things for college.
4.0 Senior
6/23/2020
I like the size of the school. Since there are less students the teachers can work with you more often to ensure that you have the best education.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 5 Reviews
4.0 parent
9/23/2022
It is my opinion that all of my child's teachers are very focused on his success. I appreciate all the hardwork.
1.0 other
4/7/2022
Admistrators and Faculty don't care about students.
5.0 other
4/5/2014
I am a student at this school it is filled with pride and honor great for college prep and readiness go cats
5.0 parent
9/7/2012
I have 2 children that attend school there. It is a school with pride, in everything they do, from sports to academics. You get a private school ambiance in a public school setting. Parents have the opportunity to be involved in many activities. I am very impressed with how this school focuses on pr...

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Walton-Verona High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Walton, KY, in the Walton neighborhood, and is served by the Walton Verona Independent Schools in Kentucky. The school has a total enrollment of 569 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Walton-Verona High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.7, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $353,600. Discover additional schools in the area, like Community Christian Academy, Union Pointe Academy, Calvary Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Walton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Walton-Verona High School.

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