Carson Senior High

1,407 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Carson Senior High School, located in Carson, California, is a prominent institution within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Serving the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and career paths. Beyond its core coursework, the school is well-regarded for its various specialized programs, including magnet options and career technical education pathways that focus on developing practical skills in fields such as technology, arts, and public service.

The campus fosters a vibrant school culture that emphasizes student engagement through extracurricular activities, competitive athletic programs, and various student-led organizations. As an integral part of the Carson community, the school aims to support its diverse student body by providing a supportive learning environment, access to college counseling, and opportunities for social and academic growth. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and community involvement, Carson Senior High continues to serve as a central hub for student development in the South Bay region.

1,407

Total Students

75.9

Full-Time Teachers

18.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

87.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carson Senior High
Demographic	Student Count
White	47
Hispanic	808
Black	238
Asian	203
Two or More	67
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	40

Hispanic
808 (57.5%)
Black
238 (16.9%)
Asian
203 (14.4%)
Two or More
67 (4.8%)
White
47 (3.3%)
Pacific Islander
40 (2.8%)
American Indian
3 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Los Angeles Unified
Phone:	(310)847-6000
Website:	http://carsonhighschool.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,407
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	75.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,150
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	84

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 409

Grade 10 360

Grade 11 318

Grade 12 320