Serving 410 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng's student population of 410 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4769 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng's ranking?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng is ranked #4769 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng often compared to?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrngis often viewed alongside schools like Henry T. Gage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng?
410 students attend Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng offer ?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng part of?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng located?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Lrng is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Huntington Park, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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