WALNUT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WALNUT SPRINGS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD school district, located in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX with about 719 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 47 teachers, WALNUT SPRINGS EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
WALNUT SPRINGS ELementary is a highly-regarded public school located in Dripping Springs, Texas, serving students within the Dripping Springs Independent School District (DSISD). Situated on Sportsplex Drive, the campus is part of a community-focused district known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development. As a cornerstone of the Dripping Springs educational landscape, the school provides a comprehensive primary education curriculum designed to prepare young learners for future success through a balance of rigorous core academics, fine arts, and physical education.
The school benefits from being part of a district that emphasizes a supportive, collaborative environment between teachers, students, and parents. With a focus on fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being, WALNUT SPRINGS ELementary maintains a reputation for strong community involvement and high standards of instruction. Families interested in specific school report cards, enrollment procedures, or extracurricular opportunities can find detailed resources and up-to-date information through the official Dripping Springs ISD website at http://www.dsisdtx.us.
For more information, contact WALNUT SPRINGS EL at (512) 858-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX 78620-3858
(512) 858-3800
http://www.dsisdtx.us
WALNUT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX with about 719 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD
- Total Students:
- 719
- Teachers:
- 47.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 719 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WALNUT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.
- White
- 72.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 23.4%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.6%
- Female
- 46.3%
- Male
- 53.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.