Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Canyon Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Canyon Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
44%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peach Hill Academy, Flory Academy Of Sciences And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Canyon Elementary School?
452 students attend Walnut Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Walnut Canyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Canyon Elementary School?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Walnut Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Canyon Elementary School part of?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School is part of Moorpark Unified School District.
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