Serving 1,386 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen M. White Middle School's student population of 1,386 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stephen M. White Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen M. White Middle School is 0.59, 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
#4118 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen M. White Middle School's ranking?
Stephen M. White Middle School is ranked #4118 out of 9,602 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
1,386 students attend Stephen M. White Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Stephen M. White Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 4% 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 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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