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#6084 of 9,539 schools in CA
Nettie L. Waite Middle
Middle School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
14320 South Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,084 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#14 of 21
public schools
In district
#16 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
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About Nettie L. Waite Middle
Nettie L. Waite Middle is a public middle school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. Nettie L.
Waite Middle serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nettie L. Waite Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,084 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nettie L. Waite Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Nettie L. Waite Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Nettie L. Waite Middle runs 22.5:1 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.
33% of students at Nettie L. Waite 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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Nettie L. Waite Middle — Students at Nettie L. Waite Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
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: 6.6/10.
How Nettie L. Waite Middle Compares
See how Nettie L. Waite 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
14320 South Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nettie L. Waite Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. William W. Orr Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Dolland Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Norwalk High (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LuTEC Norwalk | 0.4 mi | — |
| Thomas B. Moffitt Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| John Dolland Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Los Alisos Middle Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Linus School Norwalk | 0.9 mi | — |
| Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ST LINUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 1.1 mi | — |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Paddison Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| John H. Glenn High Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 1.6 mi | — |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,709
Median Home Value
$616,600
Median Rent
$2,014/mo
Population
100,808
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nettie L. Waite Middle
What grades does Nettie L. Waite Middle serve?
Nettie L. Waite Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Nettie L. Waite Middle?
Nettie L. Waite Middle has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nettie L. Waite Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Nettie L. Waite Middle is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nettie L. Waite Middle rank in CA?
Nettie L. Waite Middle ranks #6,084 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nettie L. Waite Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Nettie L. Waite Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Nettie L. Waite Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nettie L. Waite Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nettie L. Waite Middle a charter school?
No, Nettie L. Waite Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nettie L. Waite Middle a Title I school?
No, Nettie L. Waite Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nettie L. Waite Middle?
80.3% of students at Nettie L. Waite 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (562) 210-4370
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #16 of 25
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