Serving 891 students in grades 6-8, Walter Stiern 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter Stiern Middle serves the southwest area of Bakersfield, CA, encompassing approximately 3.7 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from the center of its attendance zone, which extends up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter Stiern Middle School's student population of 891 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
891 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter Stiern Middle School 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 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8414 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Stiern Middle School's ranking?
Walter Stiern Middle School is ranked #8414 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walter Stiern Middle School?
891 students attend Walter Stiern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Walter Stiern Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 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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