Excellent
#1416 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
1254 East Helmick St., Carson, CA 90746
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,416 of 9,539
In Carson
#5 of 23
public schools
In district
#158 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle is a public middle school in Carson, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Glenn Hammond Curtiss 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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Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle — Students at Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle Compares
See how Glenn Hammond Curtiss 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
1254 East Helmick St., Carson, CA 90746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Andrew Carnegie Middle (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walton Middle (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Compton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment Carson | 0.0 mi | — |
| Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Carson | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Del Amo Elementary Carson | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Bethel Baptist Christian School Carson | 1.3 mi | — |
| Towne Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Carson | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CARSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carson | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Jennifer Kelley Gardena | 1.9 mi | — |
| Carson Street Elementary Carson | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Walton Middle Compton | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Philomena Elementary Carson | 2.1 mi | — |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Ralph Bunche Elementary Carson | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Longfellow Elementary Compton | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,545
Median Home Value
$682,000
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
27,465
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
44.9
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| Carpinteria Middle Carpinteria, CA | 8.1 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Planada, CA | 8.1 |
| Olive Middle Baldwin Park, CA | 8.1 |
| PUC Inspire Charter Academy Burbank, CA | 8.1 |
| Pixley Middle Pixley, CA | 8.1 |
| Rafer Johnson Junior High Kingsburg, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle
What grades does Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle serve?
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle?
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle rank in CA?
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle ranks #1,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle a charter school?
No, Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle a Title I school?
No, Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle?
84.8% of students at Glenn Hammond Curtiss 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
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (310) 661-4500
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #158 of 769
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