Serving 129 students in grades 8, Walter Colton 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Colton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Walter Colton's student population of 129 students has declined by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Walter Colton ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Colton is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5860 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
67%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Colton's ranking?
Walter Colton is ranked #5860 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walter Colton often compared to?
Walter Coltonis often viewed alongside schools like Seaside Middle School, Bay View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walter Colton?
129 students attend Walter Colton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Walter Colton students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Colton?
Walter Colton has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Walter Colton offer ?
Walter Colton offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Walter Colton part of?
Walter Colton is part of Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
The principal and the teachers are doing a wonderful job getting this school to the top. They have done a great job involving the students in what needs to be done. The kids take pride in the school and if you take a walk around campus you will see it. Proud to have our student there.
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