Walter Stiern Middle School serves 926 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 18%
- Reading Proficiency: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Stiern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walter Stiern Middle School's student population of 926 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walter Stiern Middle School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Walter Stiern Middle School?
926 students attend Walter Stiern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Walter Stiern Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Stiern Middle School?
Walter Stiern Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walter Stiern Middle School offer ?
Walter Stiern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walter Stiern Middle School part of?
Walter Stiern Middle School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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