Walter F. Dexter Middle School
Grades: 6-8
Students: 610
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 25:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 262:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
11532 Floral Drive
Whittier, CA 90601
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 789-3090
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
4/10
2/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness3/10
Community Reviews
My children have had a great experience at Dexter Middle School. The teachers, administrators and support staff are engaged with the students. Families have opportunities to be part of the Dexter community though school events activities through out the school year. This helps enrich the overall com
Posted by a parent on 2/4/2026My family has had a great experience at Walter F. Dexter Middle School. My children have thrived at this school because of the dedication of the teachers, administrators and staff. My children are excited to go to school each day. They enjoy the school environment because it is welcoming. When they
Posted by a parent on 12/4/2025As a parent with three children who have attended Walter Dexter Middle School, Pathways to Creativity and Innovation, I can confidently say that all of them have truly excelled at Dexter. One of my children is now in college, another is a senior at Whittier High, and my youngest is currently in 7th
Posted by a parent on 12/3/2025Everyone in the reviews is spot on the bullying. Not only does it come from the students but from the teachers and vice principal. This is a why I believe nothing is being done about the bullying in the school. It is being run by bullies. They must feel so big picking on young kids. And running thei
Posted by a parent on 11/4/2025Overall, my child has thrived here. Grades are good, socializing well with others, the principal is always around and out front trying to engage students and parents.
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Whittier schools - Walter F. Dexter Middle School is located at 11532 Floral Drive, Whittier CA 90601. Walter F. Dexter Middle School is in the Whittier City Elementary School District. Walter F. Dexter Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6-8.
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