Excellent
#654 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Walnut Park Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2642 Olive St., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Huntington Park
#2 of 20
public schools
California elementary schools
#482 of 5,817
In district
#183 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Walnut Park Elementary
Walnut Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Park, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 530 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 21.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math, 15 points below the state average and 35% in reading/language arts, 10 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,376, where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Park Elementary is 21.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Walnut Park Elementary — Students at Walnut Park Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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 Park Elementary Compares
See how Walnut Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 23% (2019) to 24.8% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 26% (2019) to 36.93% (2024).
Location
2642 Olive St., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Boulevard Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby South Gate), with a very similar rating. Another option is Middleton Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Middleton Primary Center (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huntington Park, see our Huntington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90255 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,376
Median Home Value
$562,600
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
70,363
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
30.1%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Walnut Park Elementary has a median household income of $61,376. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $562,600, with a median rent of $1,443/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| Charles W. Barrett Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.5 |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.5 |
| Cloverland Elementary Oakdale, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Park Elementary
What grades does Walnut Park Elementary serve?
Walnut Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Walnut Park Elementary?
Walnut Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Park Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Park Elementary rank in CA?
Walnut Park Elementary is ranked #654 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Walnut Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Park Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Walnut Park Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Walnut Park Elementary has 24.5% math proficiency and 34.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Walnut Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Walnut Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Walnut Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Park Elementary?
93.0% of students at Walnut Park 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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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 588-3145
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #183 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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