Best Schools in Walnut Park, California
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 3 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Walnut Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Walnut Park Mid a Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng
Middle · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad
Middle · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Prepa Tec - Los Angeles
Middle · Prepa Tec - Los Angeles District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Walnut Park for 2026 are Walnut Park Mid a Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng (9.0/10), Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad (7.5/10), and Prepa Tec - Los Angeles (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$562,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$562,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Walnut Park schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Walnut Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walnut Park Mid a Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Prepa Tec - Los Angeles | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Academia Moderna | 6.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $61,376
- Median home value
- $562,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 30%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Walnut Park compares
California rank
#96 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.1
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$61k
62% of California median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Walnut Park, California
Walnut Park, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 3 middle schools.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Walnut Park perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Walnut Park is Walnut Park Mid a Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Walnut Park is served by 3 school districts: PREPA TEC - Los Angeles District, Academia Moderna District, Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 420,678 students.
Walnut Park's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,376. The poverty rate in the area is 17.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335 students · 6th–8th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 338 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 305 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
Schools in Walnut Park
Walnut Park, California · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,376
Median Home Value
$562,600
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
70,363
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Community Profile
Walnut Park has a median household income of $61,376. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $562,600, with a median rent of $1,443/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 3
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Walnut Park, California
How many schools are in Walnut Park, California?
Walnut Park has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Walnut Park, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Walnut Park is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Walnut Park, California?
The top-ranked school in Walnut Park on MySchoolScout is Walnut Park Mid a Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Walnut Park, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Walnut Park on MySchoolScout is Academia Moderna with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Walnut Park, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Walnut Park on MySchoolScout is Walnut Park Mid a Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve Walnut Park, California?
Walnut Park is served by 3 school districts: Prepa Tec - Los Angeles District, Academia Moderna District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Walnut Park, California?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Walnut Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Walnut Park, California?
The median household income in Walnut Park is approximately $61,376 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Walnut Park, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Walnut Park is 21.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Walnut Park, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.