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Joe Walker Middle

Westside Union Elementary · Los Angeles County · 5632 West Avenue L-8, Lancaster, CA 93536-3713

(661) 943-3258

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5/10
#692
Rank 692 out of 1,315
Top 53%
English Language Arts5/10 · #665 · 50th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #744 · 43rd percentile
Science5/10 · #698 · 47th percentile

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School Overview

Joe Walker Middle sits in the high desert community of Lancaster, where wide-open spaces and a tight-knit suburban feel define everyday life in the Antelope Valley. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid option for families in the Westside Union district who want a dependable middle school experience without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. It's a good fit for families who value consistency and are looking for a place where kids can find their footing during those formative middle school years.

Student Demographics

725 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
376 (52%)
White
195 (27%)
African American
80 (11%)
Multiple Races
51 (7%)
Asian
16 (2%)
Other
7 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners78 (11%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged440 (61%)
Students with Disabilities99 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

781
Enrollment
32.7
Teachers (FTE)
23.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
20
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #1184 · 14th percentile

18 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found