Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Heights Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walnut Heights Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Walnut Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Valley Elementary School, Murwood Elementary School, Parkmead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Heights Elementary School?
384 students attend Walnut Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Walnut Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Heights Elementary School?
Walnut Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Heights Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Heights Elementary School part of?
Walnut Heights Elementary School is part of Walnut Creek Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
This school has the best teachers! They are very caring, loving, and extremely kind! Both of my kids are been going to this school 6 years now & I am very happy! Highly recommend!
2 7/1/2007
This school has immeasurable parent involvement. The school has many open face building which raises concern of safety. It does have music and art. Students (in Kindergarten) can learn more if the parties taken in class + the school were less often. Lots of parties is not my cup of tea. Didn't have a joyable experience with the teacher or principal. Their attitudes were highly unprofessional, plus disrespectful when it came to parent's wishes of being notified of what food will be given + no toys coming to the house every Friday of every week.
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