Serving 1,154 students in grades 6-8, G. M. Walters Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
G. M. Walters Middle School's student population of 1,154 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
G. M. Walters Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G. M. Walters Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2870 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G. M. Walters Middle School's ranking?
G. M. Walters Middle School is ranked #2870 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are G. M. Walters Middle School often compared to?
G. M. Walters Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John M. Horner Middle School, William Hopkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend G. M. Walters Middle School?
1,154 students attend G. M. Walters Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of G. M. Walters Middle School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of G. M. Walters Middle School?
G. M. Walters Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does G. M. Walters Middle School offer ?
G. M. Walters Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is G. M. Walters Middle School part of?
G. M. Walters Middle School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is G. M. Walters Middle School located?
G. M. Walters Middle School is located in the Sundale neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Sundale.
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