Serving 1,121 students in grades 6-8, Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilmington Middle serves the southeastern part of Wilmington, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school's location to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.7 miles, reaching up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet's student population of 1,121 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,121 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet 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 Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet is 0.13, 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
#6218 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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
Profile last updated: 10/05/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet's ranking?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet is ranked #6218 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet often compared to?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Harry Bridges Span by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet?
1,121 students attend Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet offer ?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet part of?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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