Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#4210 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
91%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Elementary School is ranked #4210 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Elementary School?
412 students attend Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Walnut Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Elementary School?
Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Walnut Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Elementary School part of?
Walnut Elementary School is part of Baldwin Park Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School-Thanksgiving Break (Upcoming Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break - Nov 26 (Upcoming Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break - Nov 27 (Upcoming Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break - Nov 28 (Upcoming Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break - Nov 29 (Upcoming Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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