Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walker 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Elementary serves the northern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles, where most families are within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, with the furthest point being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walker Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Elementary School's ranking?
Walker Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walker Elementary School often compared to?
Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walker Elementary School?
398 students attend Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Walker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Elementary School?
Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walker Elementary School offer ?
Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walker Elementary School part of?
Walker Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walker Elementary School located?
Walker Elementary School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
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