Serving 962 students in grades 9-12, William Workman High 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 30%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Workman High School's student population of 962 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of William Workman High School is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 William Workman High School often compared to?
William Workman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen A. Wilson High School, Los Altos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Workman High School?
The graduation rate of William Workman High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend William Workman High School?
962 students attend William Workman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of William Workman High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Workman High School?
William Workman High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Workman High School offer ?
William Workman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is William Workman High School part of?
William Workman High School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
School Reviews
4 4/16/2018
I graduated from Workman High School in 1968. Back in the day this was the place to go. Looking to hear of a 50 year class reunion. If you have any information my e mail is. Sharon.gallentine@ymail.com.
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