Indian Valley Elementary vs Walnut Acres Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Indian Valley Elementary
Walnut Creek · Public elementary · Grades K–5
355 students
Walnut Acres Elementary
Walnut Creek · Public elementary · Grades K–5
689 students
| Measure | Indian Valley Elementary Walnut Creek, California | Walnut Acres Elementary Walnut Creek, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #567 of 5,693 | #551 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8145 of 50,301 | #7995 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 355 | 689 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 689 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 14.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 28.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Walnut Creek | Walnut Creek |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.7 vs 75.0).
- •Walnut Acres Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.9% vs 20.6%).
- •Indian Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.7 vs 28.7).
- •Walnut Acres Elementary is the larger school with 689 students compared with 355.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Indian Valley Elementary better than Walnut Acres Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Indian Valley Elementary and Walnut Acres Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Walnut Creek and Walnut Creek in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Indian Valley Elementary: 355. Walnut Acres Elementary: 689. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Indian Valley Elementary and Walnut Acres Elementary rank in California?
Indian Valley Elementary is 567th of 5,693 and Walnut Acres Elementary is 551st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).