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#6746 of 9,539 schools in CA
Woodrow Wallace Middle
Middle School · Kernville Union Elementary
3240 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,746 of 9,539
In Lake Isabella
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Kernville Union Elementary
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Woodrow Wallace Middle
Middle School in Lake Isabella · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Woodrow Wallace Middle
Woodrow Wallace Middle is a public middle school in Lake Isabella, CA, part of Kernville Union Elementary. Woodrow Wallace Middle serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wallace Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,746 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wallace Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Woodrow Wallace Middle 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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Woodrow Wallace Middle — Students at Woodrow Wallace Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Woodrow Wallace Middle Compares
See how Woodrow Wallace Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3240 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wallace Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Paul L. Cato Middle (rated 8.0/10, 28.4 miles away, in nearby Bakersfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edison Middle (rated 6.1/10, 29.4 miles away, in nearby Bakersfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jacobsen Middle (rated 3.6/10, 33.4 miles away, in nearby Tehachapi), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake Isabella, see our Lake Isabella schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodrow W. Wallace Elementary Lake Isabella | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Kern Valley High Lake Isabella | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Kernville Elementary Lake Isabella | 10.6 mi | 5.1 |
| South Fork Elementary Weldon | 11.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Linns Valley-Poso Flat Elementary Glennville | 15.7 mi | — |
| Piute Mountain Elementary Caliente | 18.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hot Springs Elementary California Hot Springs | 22.4 mi | — |
| Blake Elementary Woody | 21.8 mi | — |
| St John Bosco Tehachapi | 30.5 mi | — |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bakersfield | 27.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Mountain Top Ranch Tehachapi | 32.5 mi | — |
| EPIC de Cesar Chavez Tehachapi | 33.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Tehachapi Independent Learning Academy Tehachapi | 33.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary Bakersfield | 28.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Paul L. Cato Middle Bakersfield | 28.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Golden Hills Elementary Tehachapi | 33.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Jacobsen Middle Tehachapi | 33.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Edison Middle Bakersfield | 29.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cummings Valley Elementary Tehachapi | 33.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Tehachapi High Tehachapi | 33.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,535
Median Home Value
$203,500
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
5,622
College Educated
10.4%
Homeownership
69.9%
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
50.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodrow Wallace Middle
What grades does Woodrow Wallace Middle serve?
Woodrow Wallace Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wallace Middle?
Woodrow Wallace Middle has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wallace Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wallace Middle is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodrow Wallace Middle rank in CA?
Woodrow Wallace Middle ranks #6,746 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Woodrow Wallace Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wallace Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Woodrow Wallace Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wallace Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Woodrow Wallace Middle a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wallace Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wallace Middle a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wallace Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wallace Middle?
80.3% of students at Woodrow Wallace 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kern County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (760) 379-4646
Resources & Links
District
Kernville Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 779
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,548
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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