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#4087 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Walnut Elementary
Elementary School · Conejo Valley Unified
581 Dena Dr., Newbury Park, CA 91320
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,087 of 9,539
In Newbury Park
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#17 of 26
Conejo Valley Unified
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Walnut Elementary
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About Walnut Elementary
Walnut Elementary is a public elementary school in Newbury Park, CA, part of Conejo Valley Unified. Walnut Elementary serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,087 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Walnut Elementary runs 20.7:1 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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Walnut Elementary — Students at Walnut Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52%
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: 6.0/10.
How Walnut Elementary Compares
See how Walnut Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
581 Dena Dr., Newbury Park, CA 91320
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Banyan Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Thousand Oaks), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Env Acad of Research Tech and Earth Scis (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newbury Park, see our Newbury Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING AND MATH Newbury Park | 0.3 mi | — |
| Newbury Park High Newbury Park | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Newbury Park | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| NEWBURY PARK ADVENTIST ACADEMY Newbury Park | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Newbury Park Adventist Academy Newbury Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| CONEJO ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newbury Park | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Conejo Adventist Elementary School Newbury Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Newbury Park | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Env Acad of Research Tech and Earth Scis Newbury Park | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Cypress Elementary Newbury Park | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Banyan Elementary Newbury Park | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Sycamore Canyon Newbury Park | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Madrona Elementary Thousand Oaks | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Triton Academy Camarillo | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ventura County Special Education Camarillo | 3.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Wildwood Elementary Thousand Oaks | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Redwood Middle Thousand Oaks | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Las Colinas Middle Camarillo | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,861
Median Home Value
$917,700
Median Rent
$2,617/mo
Population
43,628
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
42.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge, CA | 6.7 |
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 6.7 |
| BRISKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
| Bryant Elementary Riverside, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Elementary
What grades does Walnut Elementary serve?
Walnut Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Walnut Elementary?
Walnut Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Elementary is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Elementary rank in CA?
Walnut Elementary ranks #4,087 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Walnut Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Walnut Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walnut Elementary a charter school?
No, Walnut Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Elementary a Title I school?
No, Walnut Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Elementary?
52.0% of students at Walnut 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (805) 498-3608
Resources & Links
District
Conejo Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,999
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,117
- District Rank
- #17 of 26
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