Very Good
#2831 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Vejar Elementary
Elementary School · Walnut Valley Unified
20222 Vejar Rd., Walnut, CA 91789
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,831 of 9,539
In Walnut
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Walnut Valley Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Vejar Elementary
Vejar Elementary is a public elementary school in Walnut, CA, part of Walnut Valley Unified. Vejar Elementary serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vejar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,831 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vejar Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Vejar Elementary runs 25.4:1 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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Vejar Elementary — Students at Vejar Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.6%
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: 7.6/10.
How Vejar Elementary Compares
See how Vejar Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20222 Vejar Rd., Walnut, CA 91789
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vejar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cyrus J. Morris Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Walnut | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Cyrus J. Morris Elementary Walnut | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation) Walnut | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| THE CROSS SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Walnut | 0.7 mi | — |
| Walnut High Walnut | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Suzanne Middle Walnut | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Walnut Elementary Walnut | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| DISCOVERY WORLD MONTESSORI Walnut | 1.3 mi | — |
| Stanley G. Oswalt Academy Walnut | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary Walnut | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WALNUT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY West Covina | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| South Pointe Middle Walnut | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS #1065 West Covina | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LEARNING TREE WALNUT EDUCATION CENTER Walnut | 1.9 mi | — |
| Learning Tree Walnut Education Center Walnut | 1.9 mi | — |
| Institute of Knowledge Diamond Bar | 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akers Elementary Lemoore, CA | 7.4 |
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vejar Elementary
What grades does Vejar Elementary serve?
Vejar Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vejar Elementary?
Vejar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vejar Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vejar Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vejar Elementary rank in CA?
Vejar Elementary ranks #2,831 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vejar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vejar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Vejar Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vejar Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vejar Elementary a charter school?
No, Vejar Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vejar Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vejar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vejar Elementary?
33.6% of students at Vejar 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
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (909) 594-1434
Resources & Links
District
Walnut Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,815
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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