Serving 319 students in grades 7-8, Walnut Grove Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Grove Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Grove Intermediate's student population of 319 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walnut Grove Intermediate is 0.30, which is less than 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)31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Grove Intermediate?
319 students attend Walnut Grove Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Walnut Grove Intermediate students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Grove Intermediate?
Walnut Grove Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Grove Intermediate offer ?
Walnut Grove Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Walnut Grove Intermediate part of?
Walnut Grove Intermediate is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Grove Intermediate located?
Walnut Grove Intermediate is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Walnut Valley.
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