Serving 1,423 students in grades 6-8, Stephen M. White 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephen M. White Middle serves the southeast part of Carson, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen M. White Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Stephen M. White Middle School's student population of 1,423 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,423 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
Home of the Knights!
School Rankings
Stephen M. White Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen M. White Middle School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3855 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
63%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen M. White Middle School's ranking?
Stephen M. White Middle School is ranked #3855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stephen M. White Middle School often compared to?
Stephen M. White Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andrew Carnegie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stephen M. White Middle School?
1,423 students attend Stephen M. White Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Stephen M. White Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% 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 20:1, 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 10/10/2025
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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