Walnut Elementary School

581 Dena Dr.
Newbury Park, CA 91320
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walnut Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Walnut Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Truth and Honor

School Rankings

Walnut 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 Walnut Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#3057 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
34%
45-49%
47%
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
(22-23)
30.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Elementary School, Peach Hill Academy, Sycamore Canyon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Elementary School?
259 students attend Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Walnut Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Elementary School?
Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Elementary School part of?
Walnut Elementary School is part of Conejo Valley Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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