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Walnut Pk Elementary School

3200 WALNUT ST, GADSDEN, AL 35904

About Walnut Pk Elementary School

Walnut Park Elementary School is a public school in Gadsden, Alabama, that teaches kids from Pre-K to 5th grade. There are about 300 to 350 students at the school, and the student-to-teacher ratio is 16:1. This means that teachers can give focused lessons in classes that aren't too big. The school follows a standard elementary school curriculum that focuses on reading, math, and science as its main subjects. Extra classes in the arts, music, and physical education help students grow in all areas. Walnut Park Elementary also has programs to help students do better in school and get ahead. The student body is diverse, with about 85–90% of students being minorities, mostly African American and Hispanic. This creates a learning environment that is welcoming to all cultures. Recent data shows that 27% of students are good at math and 42% are good at reading/ELA, which means there is room for improvement. Walnut Park Elementary is known for its helpful staff, involved community, and friendly atmosphere, all of which help students grow and learn basic academic skills. This school is the best school in Gadsden, Alabama.

Walnut Pk Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3200 WALNUT ST, GADSDEN, AL 35904

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Phone

(256) 546-4665

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 27%
Reading 42%
State average proficiency is 27% in Math and 42% in Reading.
14
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
226
Total Students
$64233
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 135 IN STEM IN STATE

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM to 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 59%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 16.6%
Black 22.9%
Two+ Races 1%
Native Am. 1%
White
59%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
16.6%
Black
22.9%
Two+ Races
1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 226
45.9%
104 Female
54.1%
122 Male

Student Population

226 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

203 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The school started a "Family Reading Night" once a month, where parents and siblings could read together, tell stories, and help build a culture of reading at home and at school. Staff said that a lot of people came and were excited to be there. Many families said they liked the friendly, family-centered atmosphere.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does Walnut Park Elementary School teach?

Ans. Students in Pre-K through 5th grade go to Walnut Park Elementary.


Q2. Are there any activities outside of school at Walnut Park Elementary?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in programs for the arts, music, and physical education.


Q3. Is Walnut Park Elementary a part of a school district that is open to everyone?

Ans. Yes, it is a public school that is part of the Gadsden City School District.


Q4. What kinds of programs are there to help students with their schoolwork?

Ans. The school has programs for students who need extra help, like interventions and enrichment programs.


Q5. What does Walnut Park Elementary do to get parents and the community involved?

Ans. The school wants parents and the community to get involved by offering events and chances to volunteer.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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