Serving 1,474 students in grades 6-8, Stephen M. White 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 32% (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%).
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: 1,474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 32%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen M. White Middle School's student population of 1,474 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stephen M. White Middle School is 0.62, 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)32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 Stephen M. White Middle School?
1,474 students attend Stephen M. White Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Stephen M. White Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephen M. White Middle School?
Stephen M. White Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stephen M. White Middle School offer ?
Stephen M. White Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stephen M. White Middle School part of?
Stephen M. White Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 11/18/2021
Stephen M. White Middle School is excellent in Carson, California. Teachers are professional and smart. School staffs & teachers are nice and helpful. They really take care of their students. I am truly thankful to all my daughter's teachers and school staff especially to Mrs. Reverche for all their hard work. Great Job!
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