Serving 689 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Acres 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 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Acres Elementary serves the southwest part of Walnut Creek, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 1.8 miles, and the furthest edge reaching 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Acres Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Acres Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Acres Elementary School is ranked #506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bancroft Elementary School, Valle Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Acres Elementary School?
689 students attend Walnut Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Walnut Acres Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Acres Elementary School?
Walnut Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Acres Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Acres Elementary School part of?
Walnut Acres Elementary School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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