Excellent
#1424 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
1700 Gulf Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Enrollment
1,243
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,243
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,424 of 9,539
In Wilmington
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#166 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet is a public middle school in Wilmington, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet serves approximately 1,243 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,424 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet — Students at Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
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: 8.2/10.
How Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet Compares
See how Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet 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
1700 Gulf Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Catskill Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Carson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Carson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,440
Median Home Value
$596,100
Median Rent
$1,426/mo
Population
53,678
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet
What grades does Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet serve?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 1,243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet rank in CA?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet ranks #1,424 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet a charter school?
No, Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet a Title I school?
No, Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet?
94.5% of students at Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (steam) Magnet qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (310) 847-1500
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #166 of 769
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