School Overview
Walnut Grove Elementary, located in the small, historic community of Walnut Grove, California, serves as a vital educational hub for the local River Delta Unified School District. The school is deeply integrated into the unique rural environment of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, fostering a close-knit, community-oriented atmosphere where students, staff, and families work collaboratively. Its curriculum is designed to provide a foundational academic experience, emphasizing core competencies while utilizing the school's small-town setting to encourage meaningful teacher-student connections and a supportive learning environment.

As a member of the River Delta school system, the campus focuses on preparing its students for success in middle school and beyond by promoting both academic growth and character development. The school’s digital presence via School Loop serves as a primary resource for parents and community members to stay informed about classroom activities, district updates, and upcoming events. By maintaining this consistent communication and focusing on the needs of its localized student body, Walnut Grove Elementary remains dedicated to sustaining a safe and effective learning culture for the children of the Walnut Grove area.
131
Total Students
8.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Walnut Grove Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White13
Hispanic108
Black4
Asian2
Two or More4
  • Hispanic
    108 (82.4%)
  • White
    13 (9.9%)
  • Black
    4 (3.1%)
  • Two or More
    4 (3.1%)
  • Asian
    2 (1.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: River Delta Joint Unified
Phone: (916)776-1844
Website: http://www.rdusd.org/schools/walnut-grove-elementary-school/index
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 131
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 8.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 105
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 29
Grade 1 15
Grade 2 14
Grade 3 15
Grade 4 20
Grade 5 19
Grade 6 19

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Walnut Grove Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten29
Grade 115
Grade 214
Grade 315
Grade 420
Grade 519
Grade 619
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Walnut Grove Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7255%
Male5945%