Walker Middle School serves 648 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 73% (which was higher than the Florida state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 73% (which was higher than the Florida state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)73%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% FL state average).
How many students attend Walker Middle School?
648 students attend Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Walker Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Middle School?
Walker Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walker Middle School offer ?
Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walker Middle School part of?
Walker Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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