Serving 916 students in grades 6-8, Katherine Edwards Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 916 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 37%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine Edwards Middle School's student population of 916 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Katherine Edwards Middle School is 0.10, 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)37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Katherine Edwards Middle School often compared to?
Katherine Edwards Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter F. Dexter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Edwards Middle School?
916 students attend Katherine Edwards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Katherine Edwards Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Katherine Edwards Middle School offer ?
Katherine Edwards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Katherine Edwards Middle School part of?
Katherine Edwards Middle School is part of Whittier City Elementary School District.
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