Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Woodrow Wallace 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodrow Wallace Middle serves the entire district of Lake Isabella, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 288.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodrow Wallace Middle School's student population of 269 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
'Welcome to Woodrow Wallace Middle School!'
School Rankings
Woodrow Wallace 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 Woodrow Wallace Middle School is 0.46, 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
#7947 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodrow Wallace Middle School's ranking?
Woodrow Wallace Middle School is ranked #7947 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Woodrow Wallace Middle School?
269 students attend Woodrow Wallace Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Woodrow Wallace Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Woodrow Wallace Middle School?
Woodrow Wallace Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Woodrow Wallace Middle School offer ?
Woodrow Wallace Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodrow Wallace Middle School part of?
Woodrow Wallace Middle School is part of Kernville Union Elementary School District.
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