Excellent
#1650 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary
Elementary School · Walnut Valley Unified
19875 East Calle Baja, Walnut, CA 91789
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,650 of 9,539
In Walnut
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Walnut Valley Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Cyrus J. Morris Elementary
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About Cyrus J. Morris Elementary
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary is a public elementary school in Walnut, CA, part of Walnut Valley Unified. Cyrus J.
Morris Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cyrus J. Morris Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,650 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cyrus J. Morris Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary runs 26.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Cyrus J. Morris Elementary — Students at Cyrus J. Morris Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Cyrus J. Morris Elementary Compares
See how Cyrus J. Morris Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
19875 East Calle Baja, Walnut, CA 91789
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cyrus J. Morris Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vejar Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Telesis Academy of Science & Math (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Covina), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vejar Elementary Walnut | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Walnut | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation) Walnut | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Walnut Elementary Walnut | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CROSS SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Walnut | 1.2 mi | — |
| Stanley G. Oswalt Academy Walnut | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Walnut High Walnut | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Suzanne Middle Walnut | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WALNUT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY West Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| DISCOVERY WORLD MONTESSORI Walnut | 1.4 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS #1065 West Covina | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Quba Islamic School Rowland Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| Elite Open School Rowland Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SATOA Walnut | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Walnut | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91789 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,742
Median Home Value
$936,800
Median Rent
$2,868/mo
Population
40,933
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
82.4%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
46.3
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|---|---|
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 8.0 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA | 8.0 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton, CA | 8.0 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood, CA | 8.0 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cyrus J. Morris Elementary
What grades does Cyrus J. Morris Elementary serve?
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cyrus J. Morris Elementary?
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cyrus J. Morris Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cyrus J. Morris Elementary is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cyrus J. Morris Elementary rank in CA?
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary ranks #1,650 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cyrus J. Morris Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cyrus J. Morris Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cyrus J. Morris Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cyrus J. Morris Elementary a charter school?
No, Cyrus J. Morris Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cyrus J. Morris Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cyrus J. Morris Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cyrus J. Morris Elementary?
30.0% of students at Cyrus J. Morris Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (909) 594-0053
Resources & Links
District
Walnut Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,815
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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