Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Walnut Park Mid A School 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning's student population of 371 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Ready For The World
School Rankings
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning is 0.04, 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
#4455 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Hispanic
98%
56%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
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 School Of Soc Just And Service Learning's ranking?
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning is ranked #4455 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning often compared to?
Walnut Park Mid A School 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 School Of Soc Just And Service Learning?
371 students attend Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning?
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning offer ?
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning part of?
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning located?
Walnut Park Mid A School Of Soc Just And Service Learning is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Huntington Park, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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