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Walker Middle Magnet School

8282 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
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Top 5%
Serving 1,019 students in grades 6-8, Walker Middle Magnet School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,019 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 5% in FL
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Walker Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Walker Middle Magnet School's student population of 1,019 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,019 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Walker Middle Magnet School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Middle Magnet School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#102 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
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85%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Walker Middle Magnet School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
83%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Walker Middle Magnet School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
81%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Walker Middle Magnet School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
17%
3%
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Hispanic
32%
37%
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Black
5%
21%
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White
40%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Walker Middle Magnet School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.71
This chart displays the diversity score of Walker Middle Magnet School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Walker Middle Magnet School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Walker Middle Magnet School is ranked #102 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Walker Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Walker Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Walker Middle Magnet School?
1,019 students attend Walker Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Walker Middle Magnet School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Middle Magnet School?
Walker Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walker Middle Magnet School offer ?
Walker Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walker Middle Magnet School part of?
Walker Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar

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Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,019 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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