Serving 902 students in grades 6-8, Joe Walker Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe Walker Middle School's student population of 902 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joe Walker Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joe Walker Middle School often compared to?
Joe Walker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gifford C. Cole Middle School, Hillview Middle School, Academies Of The Antelope Valley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Joe Walker Middle School?
902 students attend Joe Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Joe Walker Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe Walker Middle School?
Joe Walker Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joe Walker Middle School offer ?
Joe Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joe Walker Middle School part of?
Joe Walker Middle School is part of Westside Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Last Day of School
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
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