Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-8, Walker Middle Magnet School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walker Middle Magnet School's student population of 1,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
equipping students with tools to think globally, collaborate & act with care
School Rankings
Walker Middle Magnet School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Middle Magnet School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#67 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Walker Middle Magnet School is ranked #67 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Walker Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Walker Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Walker Middle Magnet School?
1,039 students attend Walker Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Walker Middle Magnet School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Middle Magnet School?
Walker Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walker Middle Magnet School offer ?
Walker Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker Middle Magnet School part of?
Walker Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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