Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Willowbrook 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willowbrook Middle School's student population of 276 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Willowbrook Middle School is 0.29, 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)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Willowbrook Middle School?
276 students attend Willowbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Willowbrook Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowbrook Middle School?
Willowbrook Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willowbrook Middle School offer ?
Willowbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Willowbrook Middle School part of?
Willowbrook Middle School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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