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Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)

High School · Walnut Valley Unified

476 South Lemon Ave., Walnut, CA 91789

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,506 of 9,539

In Walnut

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#15 of 15

Walnut Valley Unified

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)

5.5/10

High School in Walnut · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)

Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) is a public high school in Walnut, CA, part of Walnut Valley Unified. Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,506 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendStable
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-28.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,971
Chronic Absenteeism70.5%

Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) — Students at Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) Compares

See how Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in CA
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.5%

Location

476 South Lemon Ave., Walnut, CA 91789

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Walnut High (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Diamond Bar High (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Diamond Bar), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ALLAIS SCHOOL Walnut 0.3 mi 6.5
Walnut Elementary Walnut 0.4 mi 8.5
Vejar Elementary Walnut 0.7 mi 7.4
DISCOVERY WORLD MONTESSORI Walnut 0.7 mi
Cyrus J. Morris Elementary Walnut 0.7 mi 8.0
Walnut High Walnut 1.0 mi 8.4
THE CROSS SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Walnut 1.1 mi
South Pointe Middle Walnut 1.2 mi 8.4
Suzanne Middle Walnut 1.2 mi 6.8
Institute of Knowledge Diamond Bar 1.2 mi
ST CHRISTOPHER-JOSEPH-AQUINAS ACADEMIC ACADEMY Diamond Bar 1.3 mi 5.2
Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut 1.4 mi 6.5
Hollingworth Elementary West Covina 1.3 mi 5.5
Elite Open School Rowland Heights 1.6 mi
TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SATOA Walnut 1.7 mi 6.1
TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut 1.8 mi 5.8
Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina 1.6 mi 7.3
Stanley G. Oswalt Academy Walnut 1.9 mi 6.8
Diamond Bar High Diamond Bar 2.0 mi 8.0
Quba Islamic School Rowland Heights 1.8 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)

What grades does Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) serve?

Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)?

Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)?

The student-teacher ratio at Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) rank in CA?

Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) ranks #6,506 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) a charter school?

No, Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) a Title I school?

No, Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation)?

36.4% of students at Ron Hockwalt Academies (continuation) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.5%
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Walnut Valley Unified
District Enrollment
13,815
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,971
District Rank
#15 of 15

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