Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Esther L. Walter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esther L. Walter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Esther L. Walter's student population of 459 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Motto
Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration
School Rankings
Esther L. Walter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esther L. Walter is 0.34, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5424 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esther L. Walter's ranking?
Esther L. Walter is ranked #5424 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Esther L. Walter often compared to?
Esther L. Walteris often viewed alongside schools like Richman Elementary School, Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Esther L. Walter?
459 students attend Esther L. Walter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Esther L. Walter students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Esther L. Walter?
Esther L. Walter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Esther L. Walter offer ?
Esther L. Walter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Esther L. Walter part of?
Esther L. Walter is part of Magnolia Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Esther L. Walter located?
Esther L. Walter is located in the Mac Island neighborhood of Anaheim, CA.
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