Best Schools in Walnut, California
20 schools · 13 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Walnut?
Use this page to compare every school in Walnut by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Walnut High
High · Walnut Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary
Elementary · Walnut Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
South Pointe Middle
Middle · Walnut Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Walnut for 2026 are Walnut High (8.1/10), Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary (7.6/10), and South Pointe Middle (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
20
10 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$936,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
20
10 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$936,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 26% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Walnut schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +3.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Walnut schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Walnut
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 20 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walnut High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | South Pointe Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Stanley G. Oswalt Academy | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Suzanne Middle | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Walnut Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Vejar Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) | 5.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Cyrus J. Morris Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $125,742
- Median home value
- $936,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
21% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Walnut compares
California rank
#341 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$126k
126% of California median
Schools in this city
14
Walnut Valley Unified runs 80% of Walnut's public schools
Walnut touches 2 districts, but Walnut Valley Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Walnut Valley Unified accounts for 8 of 10 public schools (80%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Walnut, not a citywide average.
- Walnut Valley Unified8 public · 80%
- Rowland Unified2 public · 20%
About Schools in Walnut, California
Walnut, California is home to 20 schools, including 10 public schools and 10 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Walnut show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Walnut is Walnut High with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Walnut is served by 2 school districts: Rowland Unified, Walnut Valley Unified. These districts collectively serve 25,438 students.
Walnut's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $125,742. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
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
13 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 659 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 873 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 3 | 595 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | 699 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 5 | 636 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 6 | 483 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Tzu Chi Elementary SatoaPrivate 81 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Tzu Chi Elementary SchoolPrivate 94 students · Kindergarten–5th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Bright Hope Education CenterPrivate 73 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Discovery World MontessoriPrivate 10 students · Kindergarten–TK | Not Rated | ||
Show all 13 elementary schools in Walnut
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 949 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 1,172 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,138 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 44 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Prestige Stem AcademyPrivate 9 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | River of Joy SchoolPrivate 38 students · 1st–10th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Allais SchoolPrivate 25 students · 4th–9th | Not Rated |
Schools in Walnut
Walnut, California · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$125,742
Median Home Value
$936,800
Median Rent
$2,868/mo
Population
40,933
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Walnut has a median household income of $125,742. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $936,800, with a median rent of $2,868/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 13
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
Resources
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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.
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Common questions about schools in Walnut, California
How many schools are in Walnut, California?
Walnut has 20 schools, including 10 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Walnut, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Walnut is 6.3 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, California?
The top-ranked school in Walnut on MySchoolScout is Walnut High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Walnut, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Walnut on MySchoolScout is Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Walnut, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Walnut on MySchoolScout is South Pointe Middle with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Walnut, California?
The top-ranked high school in Walnut on MySchoolScout is Walnut High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Walnut, California?
Walnut is served by 2 school districts: Rowland Unified, Walnut Valley Unified.
What is the education level in Walnut, California?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Walnut have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Walnut, California?
The median household income in Walnut is approximately $125,742 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Walnut, California?
Yes, Walnut has 10 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Walnut, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Walnut is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Walnut, 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.