WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Walker Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Canton Local school district, located in Canton, OH with about 657 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Walker Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walker Elementary School, located on Sandy Avenue SE in Canton, Ohio, is a public school serving the Canton City School District. As a neighborhood institution, it provides primary education focused on foundational academic development, social-emotional learning, and community engagement. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through the early elementary grades, acting as a core educational hub for families in the local area.

The school operates within the broader framework of the Canton City School District, which emphasizes equity, student-centered instruction, and the preparation of children for future academic success. Like many schools in the district, Walker Elementary strives to create a supportive environment by fostering strong relationships between staff, students, and parents. Through its programs and daily curriculum, the school aims to cultivate a safe learning space that helps children develop the fundamental literacy, numeracy, and personal skills necessary for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Walker Elementary School at (330) 484-8020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.