Carmenita Middle
601 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Carmenita Middle School, located in the diverse community of Cerritos, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the ABC Unified School District, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, often maintaining high performance ratings and standardized test scores that consistently exceed state averages. The school fosters a rigorous learning environment designed to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond, while also offering a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs that encourage well-rounded student development.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Carmenita Middle School is recognized for its inclusive and supportive campus culture. The faculty and staff are dedicated to promoting social-emotional growth, character development, and a sense of community among the student body. With a focus on preparing students for 21st-century success, the school leverages technology in the classroom and encourages parent involvement to create a collaborative educational experience. Its location in Cerritos places it within a community known for its high value on education, which contributes to the school's stable and focused learning atmosphere.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Carmenita Middle School is recognized for its inclusive and supportive campus culture. The faculty and staff are dedicated to promoting social-emotional growth, character development, and a sense of community among the student body. With a focus on preparing students for 21st-century success, the school leverages technology in the classroom and encourages parent involvement to create a collaborative educational experience. Its location in Cerritos places it within a community known for its high value on education, which contributes to the school's stable and focused learning atmosphere.
601
Total Students
23.9
Full-Time Teachers
25.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 47 |
| Hispanic | 160 |
| Black | 49 |
| Asian | 321 |
| Two or More | 23 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Asian321 (53.4 %)
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Hispanic160 (26.6 %)
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Black49 (8.2 %)
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White47 (7.8 %)
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Two or More23 (3.8 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | ABC Unified |
| Phone: | (562)229-7775 |
| Website: | http://www.carmenitams.us |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 601 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 25.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 168 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 89 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
317
Grade 8
284
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 317 |
| Grade 8 | 284 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 282 | 46.9% |
| Male | 319 | 53.1% |
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