Below Average
#7727 of 9,539 schools in CA
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy
Elementary School · Morgan Hill Unified
353 West Main Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,727 of 9,539
In Morgan Hill
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
Morgan Hill Unified
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P. A. Walsh Steam Academy
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About P. A. Walsh Steam Academy
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Morgan Hill, CA, part of Morgan Hill Unified.
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,727 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for P. A. Walsh Steam Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at P. A. Walsh Steam Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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P. A. Walsh Steam Academy — Students at P. A. Walsh Steam Academy score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How P. A. Walsh Steam Academy Compares
See how P. A. Walsh Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
353 West Main Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering P. A. Walsh Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jackson Academy of Music and Math (JAMM) (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRATFORD SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paradise Valley Engineering Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morgan Hill, see our Morgan Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,256
Median Home Value
$1,152,400
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
51,517
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about P. A. Walsh Steam Academy
What grades does P. A. Walsh Steam Academy serve?
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend P. A. Walsh Steam Academy?
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at P. A. Walsh Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at P. A. Walsh Steam Academy is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does P. A. Walsh Steam Academy rank in CA?
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy ranks #7,727 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is P. A. Walsh Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
P. A. Walsh Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 P. A. Walsh Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, P. A. Walsh Steam Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is P. A. Walsh Steam Academy a charter school?
No, P. A. Walsh Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is P. A. Walsh Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, P. A. Walsh Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for P. A. Walsh Steam Academy?
71.7% of students at P. A. Walsh Steam Academy 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
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (408) 201-6500
Resources & Links
District
Morgan Hill Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,963
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,077
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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