Walden Academy

About Walden Academy

Walden Academy is a prestigious private school located in the heart of a bustling city. Founded in 1872, the school has a long and proud history of providing a quality education to its students. Walden Academy offers a wide range of educational opportunities for students, from preschool to high school. The school is known for its rigorous academic standards, with a focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Additionally, Walden Academy provides a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs, including sports, music, and art.
The school also has a strong sense of community, with a wide variety of activities and events that bring students together. From student-run clubs to school-wide events, Walden Academy encourages students to get involved and make lasting connections. Furthermore, the school emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community, with a number of volunteer opportunities available to students.
Walden Academy is an excellent choice for students looking for an exceptional education in a supportive and nurturing environment. With its commitment to excellence and dedication to its students, Walden Academy is sure to provide an unforgettable educational experience.

Address:	1149 W. Wood St. Willows, CA 95988
Phone:	(530) 361-6480
Site:	waldenacademy.org
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	190 students

Overview Walden Academy

Walden Academy serves 190 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Walden Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Walden Academy

Walden Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Walden Academy is 0.59, 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.