Serving 1,233 students in grades 6-8, Chester W. Nimitz Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 25%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester W. Nimitz Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chester W. Nimitz Middle School's student population of 1,233 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chester W. Nimitz Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Chester W. Nimitz Middle School often compared to?
Chester W. Nimitz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Chester W. Nimitz Middle School?
1,233 students attend Chester W. Nimitz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chester W. Nimitz Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester W. Nimitz Middle School?
Chester W. Nimitz Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chester W. Nimitz Middle School offer ?
Chester W. Nimitz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chester W. Nimitz Middle School part of?
Chester W. Nimitz Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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