Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Joe Walker 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Walker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joe Walker Middle School's student population of 781 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Recognizing the exceptionalism of every child.
School Rankings
Joe Walker 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 Joe Walker Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#4928 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Walker Middle School's ranking?
Joe Walker Middle School is ranked #4928 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joe Walker Middle School often compared to?
Joe Walker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gifford C. Cole Middle School, Hillview Middle School, Academies Of The Antelope Valley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joe Walker Middle School?
781 students attend Joe Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Joe Walker Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe Walker Middle School?
Joe Walker Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joe Walker Middle School offer ?
Joe Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joe Walker Middle School part of?
Joe Walker Middle School is part of Westside Union Elementary School District.
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