Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Walter F. Dexter Middle School 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter F. Dexter Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Walter F. Dexter Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter F. Dexter Middle School is 0.15, 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
#7074 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Walter F. Dexter Middle School's ranking?
Walter F. Dexter Middle School is ranked #7074 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walter F. Dexter Middle School often compared to?
Walter F. Dexter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Edwards Mid Sch Steam & Dual Immersion Academy, East Whittier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walter F. Dexter Middle School?
627 students attend Walter F. Dexter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Walter F. Dexter Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter F. Dexter Middle School?
Walter F. Dexter Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walter F. Dexter Middle School offer ?
Walter F. Dexter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walter F. Dexter Middle School part of?
Walter F. Dexter Middle School is part of Whittier City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Walter F. Dexter Middle School located?
Walter F. Dexter Middle School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Whittier, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of 6th Gr. (Events)
August 12, 2025 (Tuesday)
First day of 7/8th Gr. (Events)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
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