Serving 365 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy ranks in the bottom 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad serves the east part of Huntington Park, CA, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy's student population of 365 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy 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
#7207 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
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 B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy's ranking?
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy is ranked #7207 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy?
365 students attend Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy?
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy offer ?
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy part of?
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy located?
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr And Math Academy 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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