WALNUT BEND EL

WALNUT BEND EL is a public elementary school that is part of the WALNUT BEND ISD school district, located in GAINESVILLE, TX with about 76 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 5 teachers, WALNUT BEND 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 BEND ELementary is a small, rural public school located in Gainesville, Texas, serving as the primary educational facility for the Walnut Bend Independent School District. Due to its size and location, the school emphasizes a close-knit community environment where students often benefit from smaller class sizes and a focused, individualized approach to instruction. The school serves as a central hub for the local community, maintaining a traditional academic structure designed to support the educational needs of students in the surrounding Cooke County area.

The school district is characterized by its rural setting, which influences its commitment to fostering strong relationships between students, teachers, and parents. While the school maintains a modest profile, it is dedicated to providing core educational standards, emphasizing foundational learning and student development. For families seeking more detailed information regarding current academic calendars, school board policies, or specific programs, the district maintains an official website at http://www.walnutbendisd.net.

For more information, contact WALNUT BEND EL at (940) 665-5990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

47 C R 198
GAINESVILLE, TX 76240-9720
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WALNUT BEND EL is a public school in GAINESVILLE, TX with about 76 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WALNUT BEND ISD
Total Students:
76
Teachers:
5.84
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 76 students

White
64.5%
Hispanic/Latino
30.3%
Two or more races
5.3%

Female
55.3%
Male
44.7%

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.