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#1343 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Warren-walker School-la Mesa

Elementary School

5150 WILSON ST, La Mesa, CA 91942

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,343 of 1,787

In La Mesa

#4 of 6

public schools

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About Warren-walker School-la Mesa

Warren-walker School-la Mesa is a private elementary school in La Mesa, CA. Warren-walker School-la Mesa serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren-walker School-la Mesa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,343 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

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5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Warren-walker School-la Mesa is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Warren-walker School-la Mesa is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Warren-walker School-la Mesa compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in La Mesa, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.9:1

This School

24.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

479

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 27.8% vs 0%

Black 2.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

Warren-walker School-la Mesa La Mesa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Warren-walker School-la Mesa (this school)	—	90	12.9:1	5.5
Lemon Avenue Elementary	0.4 mi	513	27:1	6.0
JCS - Manzanita	0.5 mi	200	12.5:1	8.6
Sparrow Academy	1.2 mi	348	26.8:1	6.8
The Learning Choice Academy - East County	1.3 mi	440	20:1	6.8
Murray Manor Elementary	1.3 mi	568	25.8:1	4.7
Northmont Elementary	1.4 mi	427	26.7:1	4.4
Murdock Elementary	1.5 mi	617	23.7:1	6.9
La Mesa Arts Academy	1.9 mi	1,057	22.5:1	8.6
La Mesa Dale Elementary	1.9 mi	520	27.4:1	6.9
Maryland Avenue Elementary	1.9 mi	485	23.1:1	6.2
Fletcher Hills Elementary	2.0 mi	612	26.6:1	7.3
Rolando Elementary	2.5 mi	449	28.1:1	3.8
Casa de Oro Elementary	2.6 mi	346	23.1:1	4.1
Highlands Elementary	2.9 mi	446	27.9:1	4.5
Vista La Mesa Academy	2.9 mi	531	24.1:1	5.7
Bancroft Elementary	3.0 mi	442	26:1	2.8
Avocado Elementary	3.1 mi	600	27.3:1	4.3
Loma Elementary	3.4 mi	326	27.2:1	3.9
Sweetwater Springs Elementary	3.5 mi	447	24.8:1	5.9
Avondale Elementary	3.8 mi	326	25.1:1	4.9

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in La Mesa

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

B 5.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,105

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.6 / 10

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Enrollment 90

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.4%

Hispanic 27.8%

Two or More 12.2%

Black 2.2%

Native American 2.2%

Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5150 WILSON ST, La Mesa, CA 91942

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warren-walker School-la Mesa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MT. HELIX ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Murdock Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Mesa, see our La Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Lemon Avenue Elementary La Mesa	0.4 mi	513	6.0
JCS - Manzanita La Mesa	0.5 mi	200	8.6
Acton Academy San Diego East La Mesa	0.8 mi	18	—
Mt. Helix Academy La Mesa	1.1 mi	183	—
MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE La Mesa	1.1 mi	210	7.7
MT. HELIX ACADEMY La Mesa	1.1 mi	210	7.4
Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy La Mesa	1.2 mi	690	6.5
Sparrow Academy La Mesa	1.2 mi	348	6.8
The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa	1.3 mi	440	6.8
Brookshire International Academy La Mesa	1.1 mi	180	—
Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa	1.3 mi	568	4.7
Grossmont High La Mesa	1.3 mi	2,079	5.4
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran La Mesa	1.5 mi	50	—
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa	1.5 mi	53	4.7
Northmont Elementary La Mesa	1.4 mi	427	4.4
CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa	1.3 mi	212	4.7
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Valley	1.6 mi	189	4.4
TAPROOT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN La Mesa	1.4 mi	4	—
FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER NONPUBLIC SCHOOL Spring Valley	1.7 mi	11	—
Murdock Elementary La Mesa	1.5 mi	617	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,262

Median Home Value

$689,300

Median Rent

$1,934/mo

Population

40,920

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

37.5

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CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgan Hill, CA	112	5.5
Diamond Valley Elementary Markleeville, CA	60	5.5
Farmington Elementary Farmington, CA	118	5.5
KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN Garden Grove, CA	54	5.5
MONICA ROS SCHOOL Ojai, CA	78	5.5
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale, CA	95	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warren-walker School-la Mesa

What grades does Warren-walker School-la Mesa serve?

Warren-walker School-la Mesa serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Warren-walker School-la Mesa?

Warren-walker School-la Mesa has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren-walker School-la Mesa?

The student-teacher ratio at Warren-walker School-la Mesa is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Warren-walker School-la Mesa rank in CA?

Warren-walker School-la Mesa ranks #1,343 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Warren-walker School-la Mesa's MySchoolScout rating?

Warren-walker School-la Mesa 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.

Is Warren-walker School-la Mesa a private school?

Yes, Warren-walker School-la Mesa is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Warren-walker School-la Mesa a religious school?

No, Warren-walker School-la Mesa is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 85 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 46 Some Transit
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 90
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: San Diego County
Phone: (619) 223-3663

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