Excellent
#1551 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
G. M. Walters Middle
Middle School · Fremont Unified
39600 Logan Dr., Fremont, CA 94538
Enrollment
1,154
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,154
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,551 of 9,539
In Fremont
#25 of 45
public schools
In district
#25 of 43
Fremont Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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G. M. Walters Middle
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About G. M. Walters Middle
G. M. Walters Middle is a public middle school in Fremont, CA, part of Fremont Unified.
G. M. Walters Middle serves approximately 1,154 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
G. M. Walters Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,551 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for G. M. Walters Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
G. M. Walters Middle runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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G. M. Walters Middle — Students at G. M. Walters Middle score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How G. M. Walters Middle Compares
See how G. M. Walters Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
39600 Logan Dr., Fremont, CA 94538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering G. M. Walters Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Joseph Azevada Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John M. Horner Middle (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tom Maloney Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fremont, see our Fremont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brier Elementary Fremont | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Circle of Independent Learning Fremont | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Young Adult Program Fremont | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| John F. Kennedy High Fremont | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Joseph Azevada Elementary Fremont | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| John Blacow Elementary Fremont | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| BASIS Independent Fremont Fremont | 0.9 mi | — |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT Fremont | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Benjamites Academy Fremont | 0.8 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Fremont | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| SCRIBBLES MONTESSORI Fremont | 1.1 mi | — |
| Tom Maloney Elementary Fremont | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| J. Haley Durham Elementary Fremont | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fremont | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Steven Millard Elementary Fremont | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| John M. Horner Middle Fremont | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Prince of Peace Lutheran School Fremont | 1.2 mi | — |
| Washington High Fremont | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| LEARN AND PLAY MONTESSORI IRVINGTON INC. Fremont | 1.1 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Newark Newark | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,451
Median Home Value
$1,104,800
Median Rent
$2,860/mo
Population
67,704
College Educated
53.4%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about G. M. Walters Middle
What grades does G. M. Walters Middle serve?
G. M. Walters Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend G. M. Walters Middle?
G. M. Walters Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at G. M. Walters Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at G. M. Walters Middle is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does G. M. Walters Middle rank in CA?
G. M. Walters Middle ranks #1,551 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is G. M. Walters Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
G. M. Walters Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at G. M. Walters Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, G. M. Walters Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is G. M. Walters Middle a charter school?
No, G. M. Walters Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is G. M. Walters Middle a Title I school?
No, G. M. Walters Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for G. M. Walters Middle?
41.3% of students at G. M. Walters Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (510) 656-7211
Resources & Links
District
Fremont Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,063
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,175
- District Rank
- #25 of 43
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