Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning ranks in the top 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#4769 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)97%
56%
Black
(21-22)1%
5%
White
(21-22)2%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning's ranking?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning is ranked #4769 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning often compared to?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Henry T. Gage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning?
410 students attend Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning offer ?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning part of?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning located?
Walnut Park Mid A Sch Of Soc Just And Service Learning is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Huntington Park, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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