Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, Casimir Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casimir Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Casimir Middle School's student population of 618 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Casimir Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casimir Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1633 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
40%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casimir Middle School's ranking?
Casimir Middle School is ranked #1633 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Casimir Middle School often compared to?
Casimir Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philip Magruder Middle School, Jefferson Middle School, Bert M. Lynn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Casimir Middle School?
618 students attend Casimir Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Casimir Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Casimir Middle School?
Casimir Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Casimir Middle School offer ?
Casimir Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Casimir Middle School part of?
Casimir Middle School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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