WALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Walton Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Compton Unified school district, located in Compton, CA with about 311 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Walton Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walton Middle School, located at 900 W. Greenleaf Ave. in Compton, California, is part of the Compton Unified School District. As a middle school serving the local community, it focuses on providing a foundational education for students in grades 6 through 8, aiming to prepare them for the rigors of high school and beyond. The school is situated within a district that emphasizes improving academic achievement, fostering student growth, and maintaining a safe learning environment for its diverse student population.

Beyond core academic instruction, Walton Middle School operates under the broader mission of the Compton Unified School District, which prioritizes college and career readiness. The school engages with its surrounding community to support student success, often incorporating programs designed to address both the educational and social-emotional needs of young adolescents. For families seeking more detailed information regarding current academic programs, extracurricular activities, or enrollment procedures, the district's official website at http://www.compton.k12.ca.us serves as the primary resource for updates and institutional documentation.

For more information, contact Walton Middle at (310) 898-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.