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#273 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 15% of private schools

Warren-walker School

Elementary School

4605 POINT LOMA AVE, San Diego, CA 92107

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 286 schools in San Diego. Learn more

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Diego

#9 of 56

public schools

California elementary schools

#142 of 1,102

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Strong

About Warren-walker School

Warren-Walker School serves 331 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in San Diego's Point Loma neighborhood. This regular public elementary school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1 with 73 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for highly individualized attention and small class sizes that many parents find appealing. The school has earned impressive recognition, ranking #94 out of 1,790 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 95th percentile among California schools.

Warren-Walker's MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 reflects its strong academic reputation within the district and beyond. Students at Warren-Walker benefit from the school's location in an affluent and well-educated community. The surrounding 92107 zip code has a median household income of $101,042 and median home values of $1,146,100.

Nearly 59% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an environment that strongly values education. The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of 9%, contributing to a stable community foundation. Located on Point Loma Avenue in this large city setting, Warren-Walker School sits in one of San Diego's most desirable coastal communities, where families prioritize educational excellence and community involvement.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1, Warren-walker School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Warren-walker School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Warren-walker School compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
This School
vs
22.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
331
This School
vs
477
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.7% vs 0%
Asian 11.5% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Warren-walker School San Diego Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Warren-walker School (this school) 7.4
Silver Gate Elementary 6.8
Sunset View Elementary 7.3
Ocean Beach Elementary 8.7
Dana 8.4
Cabrillo Elementary 8.7
Correia Middle 7.6
Loma Portal Elementary 7.6
High Tech Middle Media Arts 4.8
High Tech Elementary Explorer 3.4
High Tech Middle 3.8
High Tech Elementary 6.0
Dewey Elementary 7.2
iHigh Virtual Academy 6.2
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter 3.0
Crown Point Elementary 6.5
Grant K-8 8.7
Bay Park Elementary 6.3
Pacific Beach Middle 9.2
San Diego County Community 6.0
Twain High 6.6

Showing 20 of 248 schools. View all schools in San Diego

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

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,144
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 331
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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 64.4%
Hispanic 12.7%
Asian 11.5%
Black 4.2%
Two or More 3.6%
Native American 2.4%
Pacific Islander 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4605 POINT LOMA AVE, San Diego, CA 92107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warren-walker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Beach Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cabrillo Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loma Portal Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Warren-Walker School San Diego 0.0 mi
Silver Gate Elementary San Diego 0.5 mi 6.8
Sunset View Elementary San Diego 0.7 mi 7.3
Ocean Beach Elementary San Diego 0.8 mi 8.7
COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego 0.9 mi 7.5
Community School of San Diego High School San Diego 0.9 mi
Dana San Diego 1.1 mi 8.4
Cabrillo Elementary San Diego 1.4 mi 8.7
Correia Middle San Diego 1.5 mi 7.6
Point Loma High San Diego 1.6 mi 6.9
Loma Portal Elementary San Diego 1.8 mi 7.6
High Tech High Media Arts San Diego 1.9 mi 4.6
High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego 1.9 mi 3.4
High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego 1.9 mi 4.8
High Tech High International San Diego 1.9 mi 4.7
THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego 2.0 mi 7.1
High Tech Middle San Diego 2.0 mi 3.8
High Tech Elementary San Diego 2.0 mi 6.0
High Tech High San Diego 2.0 mi 7.5
BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,262

Median Home Value

$1,218,200

Median Rent

$2,208/mo

Population

29,789

College Educated

61.6%

Homeownership

37.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

36.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Warren-walker School has a median household income of $107,262. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,218,200, with a median rent of $2,208/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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School Rating
ASSUMPTION SCHOOL San Leandro, CA 7.4
Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose, CA 7.4
Allendale Elementary Oakland, CA 7.4
Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville, CA 7.4
BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA 7.4
BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warren-walker School

What grades does Warren-walker School serve?

Warren-walker School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Warren-walker School?

Warren-walker School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Warren-walker School is 4.5:1. 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 rank in CA?

Warren-walker School is ranked #273 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Warren-walker School's MySchoolScout rating?

Warren-walker School has a composite rating of 7.4 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.

Is Warren-walker School a private school?

Yes, Warren-walker School 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 a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,092/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Diego). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Gender Split
72% M / 28% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
SAN DIEGO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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