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Walnut Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Chino Valley Unified
5130 Riverside Dr., Chino, CA 91710
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,382 of 9,539
In Chino
#25 of 32
public schools
In district
#28 of 34
Chino Valley Unified
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About Walnut Avenue Elementary
Walnut Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Chino, CA, part of Chino Valley Unified. Walnut Avenue Elementary serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,382 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Avenue Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Walnut Avenue Elementary runs 21.9:1 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.
41% of students at Walnut Avenue Elementary 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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Walnut Avenue Elementary — Students at Walnut Avenue Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.3/10.
How Walnut Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Walnut Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5130 Riverside Dr., Chino, CA 91710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Grande Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard Haynes Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chino, see our Chino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chino High Chino | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| United Family Schooling Chino | 0.5 mi | — |
| E. J. Marshall Elementary Chino | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Allegiance STEAM Academy - Thrive Chino | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Alicia Cortez Elementary Chino | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Kingdom Generation School Chino | 0.9 mi | — |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chino | 1.0 mi | — |
| Anna A. Borba Fundamental Elementary Chino | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Vista Grande Elementary Ontario | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ONTARIO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ontario | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Magnolia Junior High Chino | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Ramona Junior High Chino | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ORION INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Ontario | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Ontario High Ontario | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Hunter Academies Ontario | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mission Elementary Ontario | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Richard Haynes Elementary Ontario | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Oaks Middle Ontario | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Howard Cattle Elementary Chino | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CHINO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chino | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,205
Median Home Value
$645,200
Median Rent
$2,002/mo
Population
80,186
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Avenue Elementary
What grades does Walnut Avenue Elementary serve?
Walnut Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Walnut Avenue Elementary?
Walnut Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Avenue Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Walnut Avenue Elementary ranks #6,382 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Walnut Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Avenue Elementary 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 Walnut Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Avenue Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walnut Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Walnut Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Walnut Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Avenue Elementary?
85.1% of students at Walnut Avenue 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (909) 627-9817
Resources & Links
District
Chino Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,513
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,533
- District Rank
- #28 of 34
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