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#6753 of 9,539 schools in CA
Walnut Park Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2642 Olive St., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,753 of 9,539
In Huntington Park
#18 of 20
public schools
In district
#659 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Walnut Park Elementary
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About Walnut Park Elementary
Walnut Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Park, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Walnut Park Elementary serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,753 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Park Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Walnut Park Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
39% of students at Walnut Park 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 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 30 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: 3.5/10.
How Walnut Park Elementary Compares
See how Walnut Park 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
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. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby South Gate), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middleton Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academia Moderna (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Walnut Park), which scores notably higher. 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
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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 ranks #6,753 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Walnut Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Park Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (323) 588-3145
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #659 of 769
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