Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walnut Canyon Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Canyon 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 Canyon Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#540 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
47%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School is ranked #540 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peach Hill Academy, Mountain Meadows Elementary School, Arroyo West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Canyon Elementary School?
486 students attend Walnut Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Walnut Canyon Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Canyon Elementary School?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Canyon Elementary School part of?
Walnut Canyon Elementary School is part of Moorpark Unified School District.
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