Serving 860 students in grades 9-12, William Workman High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Workman High School's student population of 860 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Workman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Workman High School is 0.20, 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
#4066 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
89%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Workman High School's ranking?
William Workman High School is ranked #4066 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are William Workman High School often compared to?
William Workman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen A. Wilson High School, Los Altos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Workman High School?
The graduation rate of William Workman High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend William Workman High School?
860 students attend William Workman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of William Workman High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Workman High School?
William Workman High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does William Workman High School offer ?
William Workman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is William Workman High School part of?
William Workman High School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
School Reviews
4 4/16/2018
I graduated from Workman High School in 1968. Back in the day this was the place to go. Looking to hear of a 50 year class reunion. If you have any information my e mail is. Sharon.gallentine@ymail.com.
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