Average
#1030 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa
Elementary School
1920 S BREA CANYON RD, Walnut, CA 91789
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,030 of 1,787
In Walnut
#2 of 3
public schools
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Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa
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About Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa is a private elementary school in Walnut, CA. Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,030 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa 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.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Walnut, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa (this school) | 6.1 |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology | 6.5 |
| Walnut Elementary | 8.5 |
| Cyrus J. Morris Elementary | 8.0 |
| Vejar Elementary | 7.4 |
| Stanley G. Oswalt Academy | 6.8 |
| Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1920 S BREA CANYON RD, Walnut, CA 91789
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cyrus J. Morris Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shelyn Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Rowland Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Elite Open School Rowland Heights | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| John A. Rowland High Rowland Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Quba Islamic School Rowland Heights | 1.2 mi | — |
| South Pointe Middle Walnut | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Killian Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Rowland Unified Community Day Rowland Heights | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Walnut Elementary Walnut | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Kingdom Seed Academy Diamond Bar | 1.5 mi | — |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Diamond Bar | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation) Walnut | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rowland Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Castle Rock Elementary Diamond Bar | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| DISCOVERY WORLD MONTESSORI Walnut | 1.7 mi | — |
| Cyrus J. Morris Elementary Walnut | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Alvarado Intermediate Rowland Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
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 Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa
What grades does Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa serve?
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa?
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa?
The student-teacher ratio at Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa rank in CA?
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa ranks #1,030 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa's MySchoolScout rating?
Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa a private school?
Yes, Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa a religious school?
No, Tzu Chi Elementary Satoa is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (809) 895-2125
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