San Marino Elementary vs Walker Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
San Marino Elementary
Buena Park · Public elementary · Grades K–6
465 students
Walker Junior High
La Palma · Public middle · Grades 7–8
890 students
| Measure | San Marino Elementary Buena Park, California | Walker Junior High La Palma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2104 of 5,693 | #563 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #27575 of 50,301 | #9830 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 465 | 890 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 890 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.4% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 36% |
| city | Buena Park | La Palma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Marino Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 40.0).
- •San Marino Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •San Marino Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 55%).
- •Walker Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 68.4%).
- •Walker Junior High does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 25.8).
- •Walker Junior High is the larger school with 890 students compared with 465.
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 San Marino Elementary better than Walker Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), San Marino Elementary ranks higher (46.5 vs 40.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are San Marino Elementary and Walker Junior High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Buena Park and La Palma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
San Marino Elementary: 465. Walker Junior High: 890. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do San Marino Elementary and Walker Junior High rank in California?
San Marino Elementary is 2104th of 5,693 and Walker Junior High is 563rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).