Serving 627 students in grades 7-8, Carmenita Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmenita Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmenita Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
627 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carmenita Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmenita 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#875 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
56%
12%

Hispanic
25%
56%

Black
7%
5%

White
8%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmenita Middle School's ranking?
Carmenita Middle School is ranked #875 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmenita Middle School often compared to?
Carmenita Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitney (Gretchen) High School, Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmenita Middle School?
627 students attend Carmenita Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carmenita Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmenita Middle School?
Carmenita Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmenita Middle School offer ?
Carmenita Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carmenita Middle School part of?
Carmenita Middle School is part of ABC Unified School District.
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