Serving 741 students in grades 6-8, Stephens 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephens Middle School's student population of 741 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stephens Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephens Middle School is 0.53, which is less 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
#7830 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
66%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephens Middle School's ranking?
Stephens Middle School is ranked #7830 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stephens Middle School?
741 students attend Stephens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stephens Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephens Middle School?
Stephens Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Stephens Middle School offer ?
Stephens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stephens Middle School part of?
Stephens Middle School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephens Middle School located?
Stephens Middle School is located in the Upper Westside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Westside.
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