Serving 1,580 students in grades 6-8, Walter Reed Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter Reed Middle serves the northern part of North Hollywood, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 2 miles from the school's edge to the zone boundary, which extends up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter Reed Middle School's student population of 1,580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,580 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Campus Size
Medium
School Rankings
Walter Reed Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Reed Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2188 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Reed Middle School's ranking?
Walter Reed Middle School is ranked #2188 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walter Reed Middle School often compared to?
Walter Reed Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy Romer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walter Reed Middle School?
1,580 students attend Walter Reed Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Walter Reed Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter Reed Middle School?
Walter Reed Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walter Reed Middle School offer ?
Walter Reed Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walter Reed Middle School part of?
Walter Reed Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walter Reed Middle School located?
Walter Reed Middle School is located in the Studio City neighborhood of North Hollywood, CA.
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