Serving 1,469 students in grades 6-8, Walter Reed Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 1,469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Reed Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walter Reed Middle School's student population of 1,469 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walter Reed Middle School is 0.68, 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)51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Walter Reed Middle School often compared to?
Walter Reed Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Walter Reed Middle School?
1,469 students attend Walter Reed Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Walter Reed Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Reed Middle School?
Walter Reed Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walter Reed Middle School offer ?
Walter Reed Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walter Reed Middle School part of?
Walter Reed Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Reed MS: Last day of instruction
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
Reed MS: First day of instruction
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Reed MS: First day of second semester
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Reed MS: Spring Break (No School)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Reed MS: Last day of instruction
June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
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