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#7249 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bud Carson Middle
Middle School · Hawthorne
13838 South Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,249 of 9,539
In Hawthorne
#16 of 19
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Hawthorne
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About Bud Carson Middle
Bud Carson Middle is a public middle school in Hawthorne, CA, part of Hawthorne. Bud Carson Middle serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bud Carson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,249 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bud Carson Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Bud Carson Middle runs 26.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Bud Carson Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bud Carson Middle — Students at Bud Carson Middle score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Bud Carson Middle Compares
See how Bud Carson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13838 South Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bud Carson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Will Rogers Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorne Middle (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Vista Middle (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | — |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | — |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Maria Regina Gardena | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bud Carson Middle
What grades does Bud Carson Middle serve?
Bud Carson Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bud Carson Middle?
Bud Carson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bud Carson Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bud Carson Middle is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bud Carson Middle rank in CA?
Bud Carson Middle ranks #7,249 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bud Carson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bud Carson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bud Carson Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bud Carson Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bud Carson Middle a charter school?
No, Bud Carson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bud Carson Middle a Title I school?
No, Bud Carson Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bud Carson Middle?
83.1% of students at Bud Carson Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (310) 676-1908
Resources & Links
District
Hawthorne- District Enrollment
- 7,025
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,570
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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