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#1571 of 2,228 schools in WA
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Walla Walla Center for Children and Families
Elementary School · Walla Walla Public Schools
1150 W Chestnut St, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Walla Walla. Learn more
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,571 of 2,228
In Walla Walla
#10 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Walla Walla Public Schools
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Walla Walla Center for Children and Families
Elementary School in Walla Walla · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Head Start
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Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention
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About Walla Walla Center for Children and Families
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families is a public elementary school in Walla Walla, WA, part of Walla Walla Public Schools. Walla Walla Center for Children and Families serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Walla Walla Center for Children and Families has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,571 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Walla Walla Center for Children and Families 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.
83% of students at Walla Walla Center for Children and Families 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Walla Walla Center for Children and Families Compares
See how Walla Walla Center for Children and Families performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1150 W Chestnut St, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walla Walla Center for Children and Families may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby College Place), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prospect Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walla Walla, see our Walla Walla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Head Start Walla Walla | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention Walla Walla | 0.7 mi | — |
| Garrison Middle School Walla Walla | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln High School Walla Walla | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sharpstein Elementary School Walla Walla | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| DESALES CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Walla Walla | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Prospect Point Elementary Walla Walla | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Davis Elementary College Place | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Green Park Elementary School Walla Walla | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Walla Walla High School Walla Walla | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walla Walla | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| John Sager Middle School College Place | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| College Place High School College Place | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| College Place Open Doors Program College Place | 2.4 mi | — |
| Pioneer Middle School Walla Walla | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Edison Elementary School Walla Walla | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| WALLA WALLA VALLEY ACADEMY College Place | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Walla Walla Open Doors Walla Walla | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Walla Walla Online Walla Walla | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ST BASIL ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL STUDIES Walla Walla | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,660
Median Home Value
$398,000
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
42,794
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
13.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harrington Elementary School Harrington, WA | 5.5 |
| Spokane Valley Learning Academy Spokane Valley, WA | 5.5 |
| FOREST PARK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Everett, WA | 5.6 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Poulsbo, WA | 5.6 |
| Lind Elementary School Lind, WA | 5.6 |
| PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Tacoma, WA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walla Walla Center for Children and Families
What grades does Walla Walla Center for Children and Families serve?
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Walla Walla Center for Children and Families?
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walla Walla Center for Children and Families?
The student-teacher ratio at Walla Walla Center for Children and Families is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walla Walla Center for Children and Families rank in WA?
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families ranks #1,571 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Walla Walla Center for Children and Families's MySchoolScout rating?
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walla Walla Center for Children and Families a charter school?
No, Walla Walla Center for Children and Families is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walla Walla Center for Children and Families a Title I school?
No, Walla Walla Center for Children and Families is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walla Walla Center for Children and Families?
88.3% of students at Walla Walla Center for Children and Families 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 77
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Walla Walla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.1%
- Phone
- (509) 527-3066
Resources & Links
District
Walla Walla Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,534
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,029
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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