Excellent
#894 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Walnut Elementary
Elementary School · Walnut Valley Unified
841 South Glenwick, Walnut, CA 91789
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#894 of 9,539
In Walnut
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 15
Walnut Valley Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Walnut Elementary
Elementary School in Walnut · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walnut Elementary
Walnut Elementary is a public elementary school in Walnut, CA, part of Walnut Valley Unified. Walnut Elementary serves approximately 699 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #894 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Walnut Elementary runs 26.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Walnut Elementary — Students at Walnut Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28%
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: 9.5/10.
How Walnut Elementary Compares
See how Walnut Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
841 South Glenwick, Walnut, CA 91789
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Hill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Diamond Bar), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cyrus J. Morris Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Shelyn Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Rowland Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation) Walnut | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| DISCOVERY WORLD MONTESSORI Walnut | 0.4 mi | — |
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Walnut | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| South Pointe Middle Walnut | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Institute of Knowledge Diamond Bar | 0.9 mi | — |
| Vejar Elementary Walnut | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Cyrus J. Morris Elementary Walnut | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CHRISTOPHER-JOSEPH-AQUINAS ACADEMIC ACADEMY Diamond Bar | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Walnut High Walnut | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SATOA Walnut | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Elite Open School Rowland Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE CROSS SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Walnut | 1.5 mi | — |
| Suzanne Middle Walnut | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Diamond Bar High Diamond Bar | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Maple Hill Elementary Diamond Bar | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
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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| Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
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| Aviara Oaks Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.5 |
| Capri Elementary Campbell, CA | 8.5 |
| Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 8.5 |
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 699 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Elementary is 26.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Elementary rank in CA?
Walnut Elementary ranks #894 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Walnut Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% 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?
28.0% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 699
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (909) 594-1820
Resources & Links
District
Walnut Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,815
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #2 of 15
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